Sa Ngor Chotshog Center, <em>Gangtok</em>
Gangtok

Sa Ngor Chotshog Center, Gangtok

About Sa Ngor Chotshog Center

Opening Hours: 08:00 am-06:00 pm 

Prime Day & Hours: Weekends, 

Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours

Tickets: Free entry

Nearest Railway Station: New Jalpaiguri (NJP), about 119 km

Nearest Airport: Pakyong Airport, about 34 km 

Nearest Bus Stop: SNT Bus Station, about 6 km

The Sa Ngor Chotshog Centre takes you on a deep journey into Tibetan Buddhist spirituality. His Eminence Luding Khen Rinpoche founded this monastery in 1961, on a peaceful hill in Gangtok's Upper Tathangchen area. It is the only place in Sikkim representing the Sakya sect, making it a special and unique spiritual destination, making it one of the best places to visit in Gangtok.

As you walk up the peaceful paths, the fluttering prayer flags and monks chanting in the distance will take your breath away. Inside the monastery are colourful murals, detailed thangkas, and a huge statue of Shakyamuni Buddha, all of which tell stories of devotion and art. Khenpo Ugen Kyab is also there, and his teachings and interactions give you deep insights into Tibetan Buddhism.

The monastery has stunning views all around it, making it a great place for both spiritual seekers and nature lovers.

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Open 7 days a week
Free entry
Monday08:00 – 18:00
Tuesday08:00 – 18:00
Wednesday08:00 – 18:00
Thursday08:00 – 18:00
Friday08:00 – 18:00
Saturday08:00 – 18:00
Sunday08:00 – 18:00
Hours are seasonal — confirm your date at checkout. Special events may extend closing time.

Sa Ngor Chotshog Center Highlights

• Imerse yourself in the divine at the Sa Ngor Chotshog Centre, a revered Buddhist monastery located in Gangtok, Sikkim.
• Learn about the Sakya Sect, an order uniquely found in the Sa Ngor Chotshog monastery in Sikkim.
• Marvel over the monastery's interiors, which are adorned with intricate murals and thangkas, showcasing traditional Tibetan Buddhist art.

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Point of Interest for Sa Ngor Chotshog Center

Experience Sakya Sect Traditions

Experience Sakya Sect Traditions

Learn about the spiritual practices of the Sakya sect of Tibetan Buddhism, which are not very common in Sikkim. Watch monks do their daily chants and rituals, and learn about the unique icons, scriptures, and philosophical teachings that set this lineage apart from other Tibetan Buddhist schools.

Admire the Monastery’s Art and Architecture

Admire the Monastery’s Art and Architecture

 Inside the prayer hall, you can see colourful thangkas, detailed murals, and a huge statue of Shakyamuni Buddha. The detailed artwork and sacred symbols have deep spiritual meaning and show great skill, making them interesting to both art lovers and curious travellers.

Attend a Teaching or Meditation Session

Attend a Teaching or Meditation Session

If you can, go to a public meditation or teaching session led by Khenpo Ugen Kyab or senior monks. These sessions are a rare chance to learn more about Buddhist philosophy, mindfulness, and living ethically in a calm and real setting.

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