Jangchub Choeling Monastery — Attraction in Pokhara

Jangchub Choeling Monastery, established in 1967 under the guidance of Lama Dupsing Rinpoche and officially named by HH the 14th Dalai Lama, is one of Pokhara's oldest and most prominent Buddhist monasteries. Located in the Tibetan settlement of Tashi Palkhiel in Hemja, this monastery serves as a spiritual and educational center for the Tibetan community. It houses a significant collection of Buddhist scriptures and texts, including the Kagyu tradition's Tengyur. The monastery complex includes a prayer hall adorned with intricate murals and a golden Buddha statue, reflecting traditional Tibetan architecture. Visitors can witness daily puja ceremonies and engage with resident monks to learn about Buddhist teachings and practices. The serene environment, combined with the monastery's rich history and cultural significance, makes it a must-visit destination for those seeking spiritual enrichment and cultural...

The monastery is located in beautiful hill surroundings. A large river flows close to it. The monastery is very beautiful and colorful. Inside the monastery you will find Golden statue of Lord Buddha and other series. The Buddhist monk stay here and do spiritual learning. The time for prayer is 3:00 P:M. Various traditional musical instruments are used in the prayer.It is a devine experience to be there at the time of the Puja. There also a shop selling Tibetan handicraft items including the bowl which resonates on the frequency of Om. Before buying anything do check the items being sold outside the monastery by...

We visited this monastery on our way back to Pokhara from Sarangkot. A Monk kindly showed us around and provided us with some history on the building and surrounding area. It’s the oldest monastery in the Pokhara region and it present’s traditional Tibetan architecture even though it has been built using modern building materials. Inside the hall is a 7 foot tall statue of Buddha, plated with copper & gold. There is a small well priced souvenir shop run by the monks, which helps towards the running of...