Shechen Monastery

Monastery

One of the Six Mother Monasteries of the Nyingma tradition. Founded 1695 in Tibet; rebuilt in Boudha by Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche. Stunning murals, golden statues, traditional arts schools. Café in courtyard. Visitors welcome.

Location

Behind Boudhanath Stupa (5 min walk)

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Website

https://shechen.org/

Contact

Phone: +97714470721

Email: monastery.nepal@shechen.org

About the monastery

Tradition, as the monastery describes itself: Nyingma

Founded: Construction in Boudha began in 1980

Visiting: The monastery does not offer accommodation or retreats for visitors.

Features

Open to visitors

Also noted

Café on-siteArt schools

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