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Dorje drak Monastery/ TDAC Nyingmapa Monastery

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  • Timings : 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Entry Fee : No fee
  • Distance from near by city 7 Kilometers from the Shimla old bus stand.
  • Trip duration (including travel in hours)30 - 60 Mins
  • Transportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
  • Travel Tips If you are visiting the monastery, make sure you remain calm. Do not be loud as all the monks meditate out there. Carry water. Also, to capture the moments forever for life, carry any type of camera you have. If you don’t have any camera, your Smartphone will do the work.

Dorje Dar monastery, also known as the Dorje drak monastery, is situated at the Kasumpti of the Shimla town in the Himachal Pradesh. There are many places to visit in Shimla.

The monastery is a famous tourist destination in the Shimla and upholds the beauty of the Buddhist culture.

The meditating monks, its calm environment are a treat to the eyes. Also, if you are somebody who likes to enjoy his own company, then visit the monastery is a must.
 
Dorje drak Monastery/ TDAC Nyingmapa Monastery details

The monastery is located at a distance of 8 km from Shimla Railway station and 7 km from the Shimla old bus stand. You can cover the distance to the monastery by walking from the Shimla City centre to the monastery. If you like enjoying the natural beauty and that too of a city like Shimla you should check our SHIMLA TOUR PACKAGES.

Other Centre of Attraction

While visiting the monastery, if your hunger pangs hit you, you can halt at small shops nearby the monastery which sells mouth-watering Maggie, which is also a toast to the scenic beauty of Shimla. Therefore we say it is one of the most aesthetic places to visit in Shimla.

You can stay at any home-stay which are located near the monastery and can enjoy the feel of home away from home. 

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