Old Ghum Monastery Darjeeling | Sacred Maitreya Buddha from Tibet | Hidden Buddhist History

Описание: 00:00 Intro – Journey to Old Ghum Monastery
00:35 Scenic Road & Arrival at Ghum
01:02 Entering the Sacred Monastery Grounds
01:50 History of Yiga Choeling (1850)
02:35 Sacred Maitreya Buddha Story
03:20 Inside the Prayer Hall & Murals
04:10 Tibetan Art, Scriptures & Relics
05:00 Monks, Rituals & Spiritual Life
05:55 Hidden Stories Most Visitors Miss
06:45 Peaceful Atmosphere & Reflections
07:40 Final Thoughts & Outro

Old Ghum Monastery, also known as Yiga Choeling Monastery, is one of the oldest Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in India, located near Ghum, Darjeeling. Founded in 1850 by the Mongolian monk Sokpo Sherab Gyatso, this sacred monastery stands as a powerful spiritual and historical center of Tibetan Buddhism in the Eastern Himalayas.

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The monastery houses the revered 15-foot statue of Maitreya Buddha, believed to have been carried from Tibet across dangerous Himalayan mountain passes over 150 years ago — a rare and lesser-known journey of devotion and faith. The sacred statue represents the Future Buddha, symbolizing hope, compassion, and enlightenment.

Old Ghum Monastery preserves rare Tibetan manuscripts, ancient Buddhist scriptures, ritual instruments, murals, prayer wheels, thangka paintings, and historical relics connected to the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism. Over the years, it has been associated with great Buddhist masters, visiting monks, and spiritual teachers from Tibet and the Himalayan region.

Nestled in the misty hills near Darjeeling, this monastery offers a serene atmosphere for meditation, prayer, spiritual reflection, and heritage exploration. Despite its deep historical importance, Old Ghum Monastery remains a hidden spiritual gem, often overlooked by mainstream tourists.

This video explores the history, sacred relics, spiritual legacy, hidden stories, and peaceful environment of Old Ghum Monastery, offering viewers a rare glimpse into one of the most meaningful Tibetan Buddhist heritage sites in India.
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📍 Location: Old Ghum Monastery (Yiga Choeling), Ghum, Darjeeling, West Bengal
🛕 Established: 1850
🙏 Tradition: Tibetan Buddhism (Gelug Lineage)
🧘 Highlights: Maitreya Buddha, sacred relics, Tibetan heritage, Himalayan spirituality