Gyuto Monastery Tourism

Type of destination: Religious Site

Ideal visit duration: 2-3 hours

Closed in: Open all year

Gyuto Monastery is a significant monastery located in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, India. Known for its practice of the tantric meditation, study, and ritual arts of Tibetan Buddhism, it is the residence of the Karmapa - the head of the Karma Kagyu lineage. The monastery was founded in 1959 by the followers of the late Gyuto Abbot Khensur Jetsun Kunga Dhondup. They fled Tibet along with His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. This monastery is a tranquil place that offers a serene environment for monks and visitors alike. The architecture of the monastery is beautiful and provides a glimpse into traditional Tibetan design. One of the main attractions of the monastery is the daily chanting session of the monks, which is a profound spiritual experience. The sound of their collective, harmonic chanting resonates through the hall, providing an atmosphere of peace and introspection.

Monday	09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Tuesday	09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Wednesday	09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Thursday	09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Friday	09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Saturday	09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Sunday	09:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)

Entry Ticket Pricing for Gyuto Monastery

Adult	Free
Child	Free

Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .

Tips when you are visiting to Gyuto Monastery

Respectful Dress

Make sure to dress respectfully, covering shoulders and knees, as it is a place of religious importance.

Silent Mobiles

Keep your mobile silent to maintain the peace of the monastery.

Guided Tours

Check if guided tours are available for a detailed understanding of the monastery's history.

Photography

Photography might be restricted in certain areas; ask for permission.

Top 5 Reviews on Gyuto Monastery

MusiciansMum

Wrote on 10th Sep, 2023

Impressive

Impressive building amongst a cluster of modern buildings,neat and clean,quiet and well ordered. One can enter, respectfully observe the monks in their daily rituals. Clean on site visitors toilets av..

travline

Wrote on 18th Jun, 2023

Beautiful monastery

Absolutely wonderful monastery in vibrant yellow colours. The inside temple is also beautiful and had a large number of monks praying when we visited. Less crowded and very clean with no commercial ac..

Raamster

Wrote on 17th May, 2023

Window to the learnings / trainings of the Buddhist monk

Good place to visit and understand the training that the students go through. Beautiful Buddha and some of the key persona's of the Tantric school of Buddhism is unique to this place.

KittyA86

Wrote on 29th Apr, 2023

Dharmsala,India Tibetian Buddhist Temple

So worthy to visit, absolutely stunning. The Tibetian Monks in their burgundy robes seemed to meld into the settings and top that with the snow capped Himalayas in the background and one can feel He..

AjithBhaskaran

Wrote on 13th Apr, 2022

Unique Tantrik monastery

Tantrik monastery where monks live with family and children. Unique structure but didn't find anyone for guidance or to talk to. This is en-route Dharamshala to Manali. Can do this along with the HPCA..