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Pemayangtse Monastery – The Oldest Monastery in Sikkim

Pemayangtse Monastery – The Oldest Monastery in Sikkim

Location: Pelling, West Sikkim
Why Visit?

  • Founded in 1705, one of Sikkim’s oldest and holiest monasteries.
  • Features a seven-tiered wooden structure (Zangdok Palri), representing Guru Padmasambhava’s heavenly palace.
  • Hosts Buddhist ceremonies and prayer rituals throughout the year.

 Special Highlights: Amazing Kanchenjunga views & 300-year-old Buddhist artifacts.