Enchey Monastery, Gangtok

Overview

Enchey Monastery stands on a ridge above Gangtok, in Sikkim, and belongs to the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism. The name means "solitary temple", and the present building dates from the early twentieth century on a much older holy site.

Its prayer hall has painted murals and statues of Buddhist deities, and the monastery holds an annual masked dance festival in winter. The hill gives views of Kanchenjunga on clear days.

What to look for

• The prayer hall with its painted murals
• The courtyard and prayer flags
• Views of Kanchenjunga on a clear day

Visiting tips

• Dress modestly and remove your shoes before entering the hall.
• Visit in the morning for the clearest views and the sound of prayers.
• Check the dates of the annual festival if you wish to see the masked dances.

Why visit with a private guide

A private guide shows you where to stand, when to arrive and what most visitors miss at Enchey Monastery, Gangtok, and fits the visit around the rest of your day.

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