Best Places to Visit in Nepal for Buddhist Tour

Welcome to the Buddhist Tour in Nepal. Thousands of people who seek for the pilgrimage and to explore some of the sacred meditation caves and Monasteries, find this article supportive to plan your tour for your next vacation. 

Major Buddhist Attractions in Nepal

Boudhanath Stupa 

Boudhanath Stupa is one of the biggest stupas in the world. It is located about 5 km northeast of Thamel. The surroundings of the Stupa are so elegant with abundant prayer flags. The establishment of the stupa has a different mythology. The common myth is the story of Jhyajima (a woman who keeps hens) and her sons. Boudhanath Stupa is a renowned Buddhist pilgrimage destination, especially for Tibetan Buddhists. 

Swayambhunath Stupa 

Swayambhunath Stupa Temple is a renowned Buddhist pilgrimage site in Kathmandu. It is a self-sprung monument, which is located at the hilltop. Buddhist devotees pay homage to this site and is a UNESCO-listed world heritage site. 

Asura and Yanglesho Cave with Manjushree Gorge 

Chumik Jhangchup 

Chumik Jhangchup is located around 85 km from Kathmandu valley. It is a famous Vajrayana Buddhist pilgrimage destination. The destination is also known as the spring of enlightenment. He displayed himself as Kyechok Tsulzan, which is a powerful dominance over the evil spirits and a good protection of Dharma. Chumik Changchup literally means spring of awakening, which can be seen at the entrance of this sacred property. 

Yarinak Cave 

Yarinak Cave is the Guru Rinpoche pilgrimage cave in Temal, Kavre district. It is located around 80 km drive east from Kathmandu. Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava) is worshipped for the heroic deeds that He removed the enemies of Dharma and protected the land. He meditated in the Vajra Mudra, and burnt down the forest with the Kila-dagger's impact, turned the demons into dust, and created a pond. After the demons were destroyed, the whole forest became green again and there was happiness again among the living beings.

Halesi Maratika Cave  

Tsangkhala (Tsangkha Layi Lathok) 

Namobuddha Monastery 

Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha 

Lumbini is the birthplace of Shakyamuni Buddha. It has wide surroundings that welcome an abundant number of visitors to explore Lumbini. For Buddhist devotees, it is a spiritual center that Buddhism started from this holy place. Lord Buddha was born into a royal family, who left the family after 27 years in search of answers to some questions. Lord Buddha attained enlightenment under a big poplar tree on a full moon night. There are sacred Puskarini Pond, Square, Ashoka Pillar, Palace, old poplar tree, and many more evidences. 

Chungsi Cave 

Ranchung Chungsi Cave is a sacred Guru Rinpoche meditation cave during his journey in Upper Mustang. He was chasing a demon from Tibet and slayed her near this place. Guru Rinpoche-Padmasambhava followers find this place as an alienable destination as a part of pilgrimage in Nepal. The cave is located near Samar and Syangbochen villages of Upper Mustang. 

Lo Gekar Monastery (Ghar Gompa) 

Lo Gekar Monastery, aka Ghar Gompa is the oldest monastery in the world. It was built in the 8th century after the arrival of Guru Rinpoche-Padmasambhava. It is believed that the monastery is built over the body of the lady demon, who caused the trouble to build the Samye Monastery of Tibet. 

Luri Gompa 

Luri Gompa is the best attraction of the Upper Mustang Jeep Tour. It lies on the way to Lomanthang from Pokhara, but there will be a side trip from Tsarang Village. For Buddhist devotees and researchers, Luri Gompa is a primary destination as it holds the history of Tibetan Buddhism. The caves are adorned with murals, depicting the life of Buddha, and his teachings. The surroundings of this cave are surrounded by the wonders of the fluttering Tibetan Buddhist mantra-scripted prayer flags, caves, and chhortens.

Chodzong Cave 

The Chodzong Cave is a hidden cave gompa in the Upper Mustang. It is a side day trip from Lomanthang, usually by horse to cover up the destination in a single day. 

Chöd (Tibetan: གཅོད,) is a spiritual practice found primarily in the Yundrung Bön tradition as well as in the Nyingma and Kagyu schools of Tibetan Buddhism.

The Tibetan word “chöd” means “to cut off” or “to slay.” The founder of this practice is the great Tibetan yogini Machig Labdron. The practice follows a prompt and effective Tantric way to the path of realization, awakening, and enlightenment. 

Lomanthang and Tsarang 

Choser Sky Jhong Cave and Valley 

Mustang Valley is full of nomadic caves. Choser Sky Jhong Cave is one of the ancient caves among the 10,000 caves in this region. It is a multi-storied cave that links the myth of the mid-century. Inside the cave, there are several rooms, where you will see proof of human beings living inside the cave in history.  

Milarepa Cave Manang

Manang Milarepa Cave is an exciting and significant pilgrimage destination for the Buddhist tour. Maha Siddhi Guru Milarepa, a singer, and a poet meditated in the cave, which has a rich link with the life story of Saint Milarepa. 

Milarepa Cave Sankhu

Milarepa Cave Sankhu is located inside the Kathmandu Valley, which is about a 30-minute drive from the central part of Kathmandu. The cave is also associated with Saint Milarepa. Nearby the cave, there is a famous pilgrimage site: Vajrayogini Temple, Saali Nadi, and the surroundings.

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