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Gandhola Monastery is among the best places to visit in Spiti Valley for tourists to look at and explore the culture. So, why not know more about this ancient relic by having a great Spiti Valley trip booked for this year?
Yes, this could be the time to explore such monasteries in Spiti Valley with all the excitement to know more about such places.
It is said to be the oldest monastery in the Lahaul region. And, in the year 1857, historians discovered a copper goblet which was the oldest example of metalwork from the 1st century. Then, the other instance depicted that the Buddhist civilization was very advanced at that time as well. The rocky cliffs of Tupchiling village where the Gandhola Monastery is situated are very close to the point where there is a confluence of the Chandra and Bhaga rivers.
Now, the Gandhola Monastery is maintained by the order of Drukpa monks and nuns, like other monasteries. It also comprises some of the religious treasures with amazing architectural specimens which is really valued. Also, in 1959 it went through a major renovation but the charm always remained still for the Gandhola Monastery.
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There is a seven-storey fort made of stone and timber and was built by Raja Man Singh who was once the ruler of Kullu Kingdom. Also, it has the prized sword which is put there in the fort. And the most special thing here! Have you ever seen the Lamas dance? They do it here on the annual Ghantal festival with masked dance celebrated on the 15th lunar day, embarking on a journey to Lahual and discovering the significance of Buddhism.
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