Tengboche Monastery

Solukhumbu, Nepal

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About Tengboche Monastery

Tengboche Monastery (Thyangboche) is the largest Buddhist monastery in the Khumbu region, dramatically situated at 3,867m on a forested ridge with Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam towering behind it. Founded in 1916, the monastery is the spiritual heart of the Sherpa community and hosts the famous Mani Rimdu festival each autumn. The monastery was rebuilt after a devastating fire in 1989 and features beautiful murals, a giant statue of Buddha, and a peaceful courtyard surrounded by prayer wheels.

Highlights

Largest Khumbu monastery, Iconic Everest-Ama Dablam views, Mani Rimdu festival, Buddhist murals and artifacts, Peaceful spiritual atmosphere

Best Time to Visit

October to November, March to May

How to Reach

Trek from Namche Bazaar (5-6 hours). Part of the Everest Base Camp trek route.

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