(The Golden Temple) Namdroling monastery is the biggest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in India. Offers spectacular golden Buddha statues, brightly painted murals and exquisitely decorated prayer rooms. You can see monks chanting mantras, inhale the sacred air of Tibet. Golden temple, also known as Namdroling monastery, is one of the biggest Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in India. The monastery located in Bylakuppe, it also functions as a major centre of Tibetan culture and learning. The monastery housed huge golden images of Buddha, Guru Padmasambhava, Amitayus and a huge Thangka. Inside the monastery, colourful murals and artistic Buddhist art forms covered all walls and roofs, inside you may witness the chanting of holy mantras and monks chanting for prayers in Namdroling.Location: Bylakuppe, near Mysuru, KarnatakaPrice: Free entryTiming: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PMBest Time to Visit: October to MarchThe serenity of the monastery offers you inner peace and an opportunity to leave the chaotic life in the city behind for a while. It’s a reflection of Tibetan Spirit, culture and a glimpse into their traditions, also adorned with spinning prayer wheels, colourful Tibetan flags and halls of rich decoration, which added an appeal for it. This monastery has attracted pilgrimages, tourists and photographers, and is definitely worth visiting in order to broaden and enlighten those with a deep interest in spiritual or cultural experience.
