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Introduction
History
- ๐ Founded: Established in 1963 by Drubwang Padma Norbu Rinpoche.
- ๐๏ธ Initial Structure: The first structure was a bamboo temple covering 80 square feet.
- ๐ณ Challenges: Early challenges included rampaging elephants and other tropical dangers.
- ๐ ๏ธ Development: The monastery has grown significantly, now including a junior high school, a religious college, and a hospital.
- ๐ฅ Community: Initially started with 10 monks, now home to over 5,000 monks and nuns.
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Architecture
- ๐ฏ Main Entrance: Features a four-story tower with Buddhist symbols.
- ๐ Golden Temple: Known for its golden statues of Buddha, Amitayus, and Padmasambhava.
- ๐จ Murals: Walls adorned with vibrant Tibetan paintings.
- ๐ Bells: Ornate bells enhance the spiritual ambiance.
- ๐ณ Gardens: Lush greenery flanks the entrance, adding to the serene environment.
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Festivals and Ceremonies
- ๐ Losar: Tibetan New Year, celebrated with traditional Lama Dances and processions.
- ๐๏ธ Drubchen: A significant religious festival.
- ๐ bKa-ma'i Drubchod: Another important festival.
- ๐ Sagadawa: Celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha.
- ๐๏ธ Annual Retreat: A one-month retreat session is held annually.
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Visiting Information
- ๐ Hours: Open from 7 AM to 6 PM daily.
- ๐ธ Entry Fee: No entry fee.
- ๐ธ Photography: Allowed inside the monastery.
- ๐ฏ๏ธ Activities: Visitors can pray, meditate, and rotate the mani prayer drums.
- ๐ Amenities: Bookstore and cafรฉ available within the premises.
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Nearby Attractions
- ๐ Abbey Falls: Located 38 km away.
- ๐ Chiklihole Dam: 19 km away.
- ๐๏ธ Talakaveri: 78 km away, the birthplace of the river Cauvery.
- ๐ณ Kaveri Nisargadhama: 7 km away.
- ๐ Dubare Elephant Camp: 20 km away.
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Accommodation
- ๐จ Paljor Dhargey Ling Guest House: Located close to the monastery.
- ๐ก Bota Royal: Offers free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms.
- ๐ก Trippers Stay Coorg: Provides 24-hour front desk service.
- ๐ก Saif Home Stay: Features air-conditioned bedrooms and a garden.
- ๐จ Maharaja Resorts: Offers 24-hour front desk service and free Wi-Fi.
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Transportation
- ๐ By Rail: Nearest railway station is Krishnarajanagar.
- ๐ By Bus: Buses available from Bengaluru to Kushal Nagar.
- ๐ By Taxi: Taxis can be hired from Kushal Nagar to the monastery.
- โ๏ธ Nearest Airport: Mysuru Airport, 101 km away.
- ๐ By Road: Approximately 240 km from Bengaluru and 80 km from Mysore.
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Travel Information |
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๐ย ย ย Phone: +91 96635 66213 |
๐ย ย ย Website: https://www.namdroling.net/Portal/Home |
๐ย ย ย Hours: See hours |
๐ย ย ย Address: CXJ8+7Q4, Arlikumari, Bylakuppe, Karnataka 571104, India |
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