GANDHOLA MONASTERY

About Gandhola Monastery

Dhankar Monastery is the symbolic salutation to the spiritual beliefs of the Buddhist community. It is located in Lahaul and Spiti valley, and has been listed as one of the hundred most endangered monuments in the entire world. Situated at an altitude of 3,894 meters, it offers a spellbinding view of the Spiti valley and is a melting pot for diverse cultures and religions. For a truly enriching experience, include a visit to Dhankar Monastery in your Spiti Valley Holiday Packages.

Every year tourists flock to the monastery to view its 7-storey forts, wooden idols of Buddha and black stone images of various goddesses against the backdrop of icy mountains. Home to Buddhist paintings, murals, scrolls and relics dating back to 2nd century BC – the temple complex attracts cultural and historical enthusiasts alike.

Location: 18 km from Keylong, Himachal Pradesh

Timings: 6 AM to 6 PM everyday.