Siliguri

Sed Gyued Monastery

Open Time : 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Entry : paid

Address : Sed Gyued Monastery, BSF Road, Salugara, Siliguri, West Bengal, India

Website : http://www.sed-gyued.org/

Phone : +91 84918 50068

Why to visit Sed Gyued Monastery

Syed Gyued monastery, located in Salugara on the outskirts of Siliguri, is a beautiful quiet refuge. It was unveiled by the Dalai Lama in 2001 as a breath-taking monument in the shape of a pagoda. It is a meditation centre and a Buddhist studies institute with roots dating back to the 14th century. Buddhist ceremonies and statues can be seen here.

It's well-known for:

1) The Sed-Gyued Monastery is an important Buddhist research centre. Hundreds of monks live and study here, learning about Mahayana Buddhism.

2) It houses Buddhist figure relics, handwritten documents, and things utilised by them.

3) This monastery is also known for its philanthropic activities in the surrounding villages. 4) This monastery uses all donations for charitable purposes.

5) Because the entire monastery is devoted to Buddhism and its teachings, visitors will be able to find anything relevant to Buddhism and Buddhist saints.

The Sed-Gyued Monastery is open to visitors all year. A large number of monks join here in order to learn about Mahayana Buddhism. As a result, this monastery can be visited at any time of year. In West Bengal, the Sed-Gyued Monastery is a well-known Buddhist monastery.

The people can easily visit this monastery because to a well-established connectivity of highways and railways. Various buses and cabs run along the path of this sacred site, and passengers can employ their services for a small fee.

FAQ on Sed Gyued Monastery

Where can I find eateries near Sed-Gyued Monastery?

0.29 km) Kulfreeze (0.29 km) Le Rabelais (0.29 km) Chopstick Restaurant

What hotels are in close proximity to Sed-Gyued Monastery?

0.30 km) Udaan Clover Hotel Banquet & Spa (0.29 km) Hotel Silverline (1.73 km) Lemon Tree Hotel

Special Tip

It is to remembered that visitors should keep their footwear outside the monastery before entering. Also, visitors can come and meditate as long as they want.

By Jasmine Kaur

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