Tengboche Monastery

monastery in Khumjung
#1 in Khumjung / #20 in Nepal
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by Gerd Eichmann
/ CC BY-SA 4.0

Tengboche Monastery, located in the Khumjung region of Nepal, is one of the most significant and renowned Buddhist monasteries in the Himalayas. Perched at an altitude of 3,867 meters (12,687 feet), it offers stunning panoramic views of some of the world's highest peaks, including Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, and Lhotse. Established in 1916 by Lama Gulu, the monastery is a spiritual center for the Sherpa community and serves as a vital cultural and religious hub. Tengboche Monastery is particularly famous for its annual Mani Rimdu festival, which attracts pilgrims and tourists alike, featuring vibrant religious rituals, masked dances, and prayers.


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