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About Phensang Monastery
Phensang Monastery is situated in Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, on the gentle slope that spreads from Kabi to Phodong. This monastery dates back to the year 1721, the time of Jigme Pawo. It belongs to Nyingmapa Order and serves as the residence of approximately three hundred monks belonging to the same order. However, the journey of the monastery from the 18th century to the present times has not been totally pleasurable. In 1957, Phensang Gompa of India witnessed a devastating fire that engulfed it entirely.
However, the lamas of the monastery put in efforts to build it again. In 1948, their hard work paid off and the monastery got completed. Phensang hosts an annual festival on the 28th and 29th day of the tenth month of the Tibetan Calendar (usually December). Sacred dances are performed at this festival, which takes place two days before the Sikkimese New Year.
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It lies at an elevation of 10,000 ft. and has a motorable road access upto Hilley. An easy 4 kms trek from there takes one up to the Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary. One can also trek from Soreng or Dentam in West Sikkim. The place provides a magnificent view of the mountains. Visitors can halt at ‘Guras Kunj’ trekkers’ hut.
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About Ganesh Tok Ganesh Tok is one of the major places of attraction for the tourists in the north-eastern state of Sikkim. It is one of the most well known temples in…
About Tashi View Point The Tashi View Point is one of the most popular places to see in the state of Sikkim in India. This place was put up by Tashi Namgyal, who…
One of the biggest and most the graceful of the Mosques in India, the taj-Ul-Masjid literally means ‘ The Crown of Mosques’ . Against the backdrop of the historical city of Bhopal, the Taj-Ul-Mosque displays a spectacular sight.
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