Guru Ghantal Monasteryगुरु घंटाल मठ
An old monastery above the Chandra and Bhaga confluence.
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Lahaul and Spiti
Lahaul and Spiti
Best time to visit1 June to 30 September
Good seasonsSummer (March to May), Monsoon (June to September)
DifficultyEasy
Height3020 m above sea level
Time needed1 hr
Base and nearbyKeylong, Keylong
EntryFree
About Guru Ghantal Monastery
One of the oldest monasteries in Lahaul, perched on a hill at the meeting of the Chandra and Bhaga rivers at Tandi. It is believed to have been founded by Padmasambhava, and holds a wooden Guru Padmasambhava statue. A fine, quiet and rarely visited spot.
What to see and do
- Founded by Padmasambhava
- Chandra Bhaga confluence at Tandi
- Wooden statue
- Quiet monastery
- Rarely visited
Part of The Himalaya.
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