Sacred Temple & Shrine
Key (Kye) Gompa (11th Century)
Spectacular Tibetan Buddhist monastery perched precariously on a conical hill at 13,668 feet above the Spiti River
Sacred Temple & Shrine
Plan your visit
- Hours
- 06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Entry
- Free entry (Donations appreciated)
- Time needed
- 2.5 Hours
- Best time
- 07:00 AM for morning tea and monk debate sessions
Local tip
Monks happily serve hot herbal tea in the ancient monastery kitchen.
About
Key (Kye) Gompa (11th Century) is one of the most celebrated landmarks of Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh. Spectacular Tibetan Buddhist monastery perched precariously on a conical hill at 13,668 feet above the Spiti River.
Location
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