Sipchok Dedhen Phuntsokling Monastery

A Bon Sanctuary of Dho Tarap

Founded eight centuries ago by the revered master Triten Chime and later rebuilt five hundred years ago, Sipchok Monastery stands proudly as one of Dolpo's oldest and most significant Bon institutions, continuing to serve as a sacred guardian of Tibet's ancient and indigenous spiritual traditions that predate the arrival of Buddhism in the region. This remarkable sanctuary houses an absolutely extraordinary collection of spiritual treasures, including an astounding 1,000 Buddha images that create a powerful field of enlightened presence, rare and precious scriptures such as the revered 'Magnificent Pure Teaching,' intricate and colorful mandalas that serve as windows into spiritual realms, and guardian deities painted across the monastery's walls with such skill and devotion that they seem to pulse with protective energy. Outside this sacred complex, an impressive arc of 15 ancient chortens stands alongside one solitary stupa, creating a striking and memorable presence in the peaceful meadows that surround the monastery. The halls of Sipchok come alive with the sounds and energy of sacred ceremonies featuring traditional ceremonial masks, resonant drums, and profound rituals that continue to serve and uplift the local villagers while offering visitors a rare and authentic glimpse into Bon culture and a living experience of one of Tibet's most ancient and enduring spiritual paths.

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Sipchok Monastery in Dho Tarap