Things to do in Darjeeling
Spiritual / Cultural
Monastery Visit
Darjeeling
Visit Darjeeling's atmospheric Tibetan Buddhist monasteries — Ghoom Monastery (Yiga Choeling, 1850 — one of the oldest Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in India, enshrining a 15-foot Maitreya Buddha), Bhutia Busty Monastery (traditional Sikkimese architecture, with painted tanka murals), and the Dali Monastery.
2–3 hours (all three)Free – ₹20 (photography permit)Morning (7:00–10:00 AM)
Pro tip from your tour advisor
Ghoom Monastery at dawn has monks chanting in the prayer hall — one of Darjeeling's most serene and authentic experiences. Remove footwear and speak quietly inside.