Key Gompa

Key Gompa, India

This settlement – monastery, most likely, was founded in the middle of the 11th century. The buildings of the monastery cover a steep hill thus creating a very picturesque monument of urban design. It contains important works of art.

Dhankar Gompa

Dhankar Gompa

Located in a dramatic setting, this village and Buddhist temple is on top of 300 metre high cliff. It was founded between the 7th and 9th centuries.

Tabo Monastery

Tabo Monastery, fortifications, India

An important Tibetan monastery, it was established in 996 AD. It is fortified with a large wall that encloses a large group of buildings and is an important centre of knowledge with an important collection of writings and artworks.

Tabo Caves

A group of ancient, artificially made caves, used by Buddhist monks of the nearby Tabo monastery.