It is perhaps most famous for the nearby Klu-kkhyil (meaning "water spirits") Gompa. The monastery was first built in the 14th century and was rebuilt in the 18th century, and currently has a 25-foot tall gold-covered Buddha statue. It is occupied by monks of the Gelukpa order.
Check-out the location on Google Earth by using the link below.
http://bbs.keyhole.com/ubb/download.php?Number=827655
Some videos of the Monastery..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qp7KqpCR7hs&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMNdTlAZtYc&feature=related
It is truly breathtaking. Take a look at the pics that follow...
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