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Chim-puk Hermitage                                             Write a Review

Chim-puk Hermitage is a warren of caves that was once a retreat for Guru Rinpoche and other high ranking lamas. Chim-puk Hermitage is to the north-east of Samye. After crossing through desert-like territory for a couple of hours, the path ascends into the surprisingly lush area in which the caves are found. It can be an ideal route for day hike.


Dratang Monastery                                                Write a Review

Dratang Monastery belongs to the Sakyapa Sect, was established in 1081, the founder of monastery Drapa Eshepa who is one of the 13 sages in Dranuang County. The monastery absorbed some architecture style from Someye Monastery, there were three surrounding walls but now only 750 meters left, it has three stories before, but now only the first floor left. The murals in this monastery are the most precious.