Kalimpong
Built in 1976, this monastery in Kalimpong houses one of the world's most complete collections of Tibetan Buddhist scriptures — over 60,000 texts — making it a place of profound scholarly and spiritual significance. The main prayer hall is a riot of intricate thangka paintings, golden Buddhas, and ceremonial instruments. For anyone interested in Tibetan Buddhism or Himalayan art, this is an essential stop in Kalimpong.
Photography inside the prayer hall requires permission from the monks on duty. Dress modestly and remove shoes before entering.