Phodong Monastery , Gangtok
About Phodong Monastery
About 28 kms from Gangtok, in north Sikkim, is Phodong Monastery, often said to be one of the most beautiful monasteries in Sikkim. This monastery was originally built in early part of 18th century by Chogyal Gyurmed Namgyal. Along with Rumtek Monastery and Ralang Monastery, Phodong is an important religious site when considered pilgrimage in Sikkim. More than 250 monks live in this monastery and is definitely a recommended destination for tourists. Visitors also prefer to visit the Labrang monastery, situated a km away from Phodong monastery.
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Places to Visit near Phodong Monastery
Phensong Monastery, Sikkim
11.6 km from Phodong Monastery - See map
Phensong or Phensang Monastery is a very old monastery. It’s been around right since 1721 and the heritage comes through when one interacts...
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Borong, Sikkim
*15.5 km from Phodong Monastery - See map
Borong is a picturesque small village in South Sikkim, located at an altitude of 5800 ft. It is about 17 kms from Ravangla and is gaining...
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Goecha La, Sikkim
*27.8 km from Phodong Monastery - See map
Goecha La is a high mountain pass and a popular trekking destination in Sikkim. The trek begins in Yuksom, a quaint hill station where you should...
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Khangchendzonga National Park, Sikkim
*27.8 km from Phodong Monastery - See map
Khangchendzonga National Park (previously named Kanchenjunga National Park) is located in Sikkim, and named after 8,586 mts. tall Mt....
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Torsa Strict Nature Reserve, Western Zone
*29.8 km from Phodong Monastery - See map
The Toorsa Reserve covers an extensive area of about six hundred square kilometer, occupying majority of the Haa District. It shares international...
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Tashi View Point, Sikkim
31 km from Phodong Monastery - See map
Tashi View Point is located at a distance of 8 kms from the state capital by the North Sikkim highway. The view from here simply makes the heart...
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Bakthang Waterfalls, Sikkim
34 km from Phodong Monastery - See map
Bakthang Waterfalls is very close to the Tashi View Point. It a typical gorgeous Himalayan waterfall that originates high up in the mountain at...
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Himalayan Zoological Park, Gangtok, Sikkim
35.2 km from Phodong Monastery - See map
Located opposite to the Ganesh Tok view point, Himalayan Zoological Park sprawls over an entire body of a hill covering 205 hectares. It is a...
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Rimbick, West Bengal
*35.6 km from Phodong Monastery - See map
Rimbick is about 100 KMs from Darjeeling town and a popular destination for backpackers and trekkers. Wake up early to witness the colourful...
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Ganesh Tok View Point, Sikkim
35.6 km from Phodong Monastery - See map
Located at a height of 6500 ft, Ganesh Tok is the topmost tip of Gangtok. Standing amidst a number of TV towers, this place is a wonderful...
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Hanuman Tok, Sikkim
38.4 km from Phodong Monastery - See map
Hanuman Tok has a huge statue of Lord Hanuman. The height of the statue is about 25 to 30 and is located on a hilltop not very far away from...
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Enchey monastery, Sikkim
38.5 km from Phodong Monastery - See map
Enchey monastery belongs to the Nyingma order of Vajrayana Buddhism and was established in the earlier part of 20th century. It is located 3 kms...
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