Religious & Spiritual Buddhist Monastery
Enchey Monastery
Enchey Monastery, near Gangtok, Sikkim, Sikkim
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Best Time to Visit
March April May September October November December
Events: Local festivals and seasonal conditions
About Enchey Monastery
Enchey Monastery, founded in 1840 on a ridge above Gangtok, is one of the most important Nyingma-order monasteries in Sikkim. The main temple houses impressive statues and thangkas, and the location gives 360-degree views across Gangtok to the Kanchendzonga range on clear days. The annual Chaam masked dance festival in December-January draws large crowds of monks and local families.
How to Reach
- From Gangtok: Approximately 3 km (10 minutes by road)
Best Time to Visit
Ideal months: March, April, May, September, October, November, December