Dali Monastery
Dali Monastery
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Kylie O
4 contributions
Apr 2016 • Solo
Dali Monastery was the last monastery of a number I visited in Sikkim and Darjeeling, dropping unnecessary 'baggage' at each one.The monks are beautiful and the statues in the prayer hall are magnificent.If you are in Darjeeling for just two days, this monastery, the Tibetan Refugee Centre and the Peace Pagoda and The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute are must-sees. Try a walk from Chowrasta Mall to the Peace Pagoda - one of my favourite strolls ever and in the other direction from the mall to The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute. I love Darjeeling so much I am returning in 2017. The people, the food, the views and the mountains are magic.xxx love LOVE LOVE IT!
Written November 26, 2016
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rkmanchi
Chelmsford, MA669 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
Dali wasn’t a part of our itinerary originally and since a very foggy day led to many of our visits being short, we chose to head to Dali just after visiting Ghoom monastery. I found this one to be better in terms of a a visiting experience, perhaps because it’s more vast and seems better organised
There are these huge bells that are bigger than any of the bells we saw during the trip. The temple itself is vast and there are many stories told through paintings which are quite captivating.
The monastery is located at a greater height so there is a beautiful view of Darjeeling and on a cloudy day, one could see a blanket of clouds wrapping the town of Darjeeling.
There are these huge bells that are bigger than any of the bells we saw during the trip. The temple itself is vast and there are many stories told through paintings which are quite captivating.
The monastery is located at a greater height so there is a beautiful view of Darjeeling and on a cloudy day, one could see a blanket of clouds wrapping the town of Darjeeling.
Written July 24, 2019
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Mr. Himanshu Sinha
Pune, India1,088 contributions
Jul 2016
I visited this place at 6 am, very calm place, I saw many Buddhist people silently reading in their temple, This is a school sort of but the place is very very calm, you will see crowd there early in the morning
Written September 20, 2016
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biswa_mukherjee
Kolkata (Calcutta), India643 contributions
Jul 2022
I have been to literally hundreds of monasteries in India, Nepal and Bhutan and never have I found one which closes everyday for 'lunch time'. Totally absurd. Incase you are planning to come, please note that 11.30 to 12.30 the monastery is closed. I reached at 11.35 and was told by the guard that I will have to come after 12.30. Meanwhile I saw one local group of Nepali speaking people enter after me. I asked the guard why were they allowed in, and he answered that they were there to do some puja. I noticed the group was in jeans and clicking pictures inside the monastery. Clearly they were not there for any puja. The guard made a mockery out of me and fellow tourists who were also denied entry. The whole concept of a religious building completely shutting down for lunch is ridiculous. I am fully respectful of Tibetan Buddhism and its culture but I can't understand this. Is this a branch of the SBI bank or what?! I am never going there again.
Written July 31, 2022
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Prasobh K
Chennai (Madras), India160 contributions
May 2018 • Family
Dali Monastery is near the Darjeeling Railway station on the main road. It has a nice architecture with very ornamental doors and beautiful paintings. The atmosphere is very peaceful and serene and from the top one gets a nice view of nearby mountains. Sitting and meditating inside the monastery was a very enriching experience !!
Written August 16, 2018
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jenabaintheworld
Washington DC, DC1,546 contributions
Dec 2013 • Couples
We visited about 11h00 during the week, and there were very few other people visiting. What incredible luck, as the monks were singing, chanting, and playing instruments for the entire time we visited. Just standing outside, we could hear the music in the courtyard. And then a monk offered us to come inside---and others inside directed me to sit along the side/back area--- very welcoming. Just sitting or standing in the corner was mesmerizing--- the sounds and sights were so enchanting with easily 100+ monks of various levels/colors of robes. Beautiful murals, colors, statues, and artifacts---- and the music reverberated throughout. highly recommended, and may you be as lucky to hear the music!
Written December 22, 2013
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sayantan
Kolkata (Calcutta), India22 contributions
Nov 2020
thought he monastery is very beautiful from outside we couldnt visit as it is closed due to covid 19 pandemic
Written November 20, 2020
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prasnavelcheru
Bengaluru, India97 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
We went there during evening prayer time and joined them inside. I was heavenly. The mountains, the mist and the prayers - it was divine.
Written January 13, 2019
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Karine V
Loenhout, Belgium413 contributions
May 2018
Visiting this monastery was a very unique experience as we joined the puja (prayers ceremony). To watch the monks and novices and to follow al rituals was very special and unforgettable. It opened a world for me until that moment unknown and I was so glad I could experience a glimpse of their daily life. Worth a visit but try to inform you in before about the hours of the puja, that's the most impressive part of the visit to this monastery.
Written June 19, 2018
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ravi15000
Chennai (Madras), India42 contributions
May 2018 • Family
A beautiful monastery situated on top of a hill which has astounding views of the mountains and valleys. The ornate front door, the colorful murals on the walls, the giant Buddha are beautiful and one can keep watching them for hours on end.
We went during the evening prayer time, and it was so peaceful to sit there with eyes closed and be lulled in to a slumber by the prayer chants as well as the music. The butter tea served so lovingly by the monks during the prayer, both to the monks as well as the visitors, is one to experience.
A great place to sit in peace and unwind after a long hectic day .
We went during the evening prayer time, and it was so peaceful to sit there with eyes closed and be lulled in to a slumber by the prayer chants as well as the music. The butter tea served so lovingly by the monks during the prayer, both to the monks as well as the visitors, is one to experience.
A great place to sit in peace and unwind after a long hectic day .
Written May 30, 2018
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Ritwika D
Kolkata (Calcutta), India2 contributions
How do you go to Dali Monastery from either Ghoom or Darjeeling Mall?
Moshe M
Ra'anana, Israel8 contributions
Does anyone know if there is a possibility to have kind of Intro to Budhism class / course or any other training in Dali Monastry?
Are there any other places which conduct classses like this (in English of course...)
Mr. Himanshu Sinha
Pune, India1,088 contributions
you will go to these places and ask for that, there is no classes type of things are there, go there ask them about budhism or ask your guide. you will get whatever you want
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