Himalayan Nyingmapa Gompa - A Tibetan Monastery in Manali

Why This Place is Special

• • Large, seated statue of Sakyamuni (Buddha)
• • Traditional pagoda-style roof architecture
• • Intricate and colorful wall murals depicting Buddhist lore
• • Rows of prayer wheels for circumambulation
• • Peaceful and contemplative atmosphere
• • A center for the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism
• • Its location right next to the busy Manali Mall Road

Ideal For

Facilities & Amenities

• • Prayer hall
• • Seating areas
• • Drinking water
• • Nearby food stalls
• • Souvenir shops (in adjacent market)

Rules & Restrictions

• • Remove shoes at entrance
• • Maintain silence in prayer areas
• • No flash photography inside the main hall
• • Do not touch the statues, murals, or religious artifacts
• • Modest attire is recommended
• • Switch mobile phones to silent mode

Safety Information

• • The area outside the temple is part of a busy market, so be aware of your belongings.
• • Respect the sanctity of the place; do not talk loudly or cause any disturbance inside.
• • Always ask for permission before taking photographs of monks or people praying.
• • After removing shoes, walk carefully as the floor can be smooth and sometimes cold.
• • Be cautious of traffic on the narrow Gompa road leading to the temple.
• • In winter, the paths leading to the temple can be icy and slippery.