Monasteries, another of a series

This is Lo Gekhar monastery, another AFCP-funded project. Lo Gekhar dates back to the 8th century and is possibly the oldest monastery in Mustang. According to legend, it was founded by Guru Rinpoche, who brought Buddhism from India to Tibet and Nepal (and had to kill demons to build the monastery). The monastery is surrounded by red brick stupas. While modest, Lo Gekhar is incredibly important to Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal.

Next: caves.

Monasteries, one of a series

Nepal is full of Tibetan Buddhist monasteries.

First, Dzong Chode Shedup Choepel Ling monastery, which is being renovated with AFCP funds.

Like many of the recent AFCP projects, the Dzong monastery was heavily damaged by the 2015 earthquake. Exterior detail of the sanctuary:

Perhaps because the sanctuary is still being rehabilitated, we were able to take photographs inside. This was highly unusual.

The dormitories/administrative building is newer. To the right, a row of prayer wheels.

Next: another monastery or two.