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Why to visit Shashur Gompa
Shashur or Sashur Monastery is a Drugpa Buddhist monastery in Lahaul and Spiti, Himachal Pradesh, India. It's 137 kilometres from Manali. In the local dialect, Sha-shur means "blue pines," referring to the patches of blue pine that can be seen around the monastery.
Interesting Facts about Shashur Gompa
- The monastery was built in the 17th century by Lama Deva Gyatsho of Zanskar, a missionary of Bhutan's King Nawang Namgyal.
- The Drukpa sect is represented by the Gompa's lamas.
- This gompa has some beautiful and large thangkas, including one that is more than fifteen feet long.
- Another distinctive feature of the Gompa is the well-preserved wall paintings depicting all 84 Siddhas of Buddhism.
- The sacred mantra of the Buddhists is inscribed on this wall.
- Both domestic and foreign visitors praise the Shashur Monastery's brilliant architecture.
- The three-story structure is built atop a hill and follows the mandala design.
- The dim chambers contain priceless Thangka paintings and stunning murals on the walls.
- Aside from the exquisite illustrations, tourists are drawn to the Namgyal statue.
How to reach?
Shashur Gompa is a 3 km uphill walk from Keylong's main road. However, you can also use the recently constructed 5 km long motorable road.
Tourist attractions around Shashur Shashur Gompa
- The Guru Ghantal Monastery
- The Kardang Monastery
Entry Fees
Nil
Best time to visit
July - October
Visiting Duration
2-3 hours on average
