- 1800-123-5555
- Travel Agent? Join Us
- Blog
- Offers
Key Monastery In Spiti
Key Monastery, a blend of serenity and beauty
Rated 4.30/5 ( based on 140 reviews )
About Key Monastery in Spiti
The Key Monastery is one of the most famous Buddhist monastery in the Lahaul and Spiti District of India and has Tibetan roots. Located at an altitude of about 13,667 feet above the sea level, the monastery is very close to the Spiti River of Himachal Pradesh in India. Also known as the Key Monastery, it was founded by Dromton, who was a student of the famous teacher Atisha in the 11th century.
The Key Monastery is over a thousand years old, and apart from being the oldest, it is also the largest monastery which one can find in the entire Spiti Valley. The magnificent monastery is also a religious training centre for the Lamas, and about 300 lamas receive their education from here. It has a long and quite fascinating history that is attached to it: a long history that involves numerous attacks that the place had to face. Nevertheless, the monastery survived and celebrated the completion of its thousand years in the year 2000 in the presence of Dalai Lama.
Today, the Key Monastery is visited not only by locals but also by tourists from all parts of the country who come looking for it in order to seek calmness, silence and inner tranquillity.
The walls of the monastery are decorated with beautiful murals and paintings. The temples in the compound are all built on top of one another, and the building is marked by narrow corridors that lead to low rooms. The monastery has three floors in all. The first floor, which is used for storage, is mostly underground. The ground floor of the monastery houses the Assembly Hall which is beautifully decorated and also has cells that have been constructed especially for the monks.
One particular room that never fails to capture the attention of the tourists is known as Tangyur, which is a room that is richly painted with murals. The monastery which has an architecture influenced by chinese culture is famous for its style of architecture known as Pasada.
Popular Packages
Unlimited Choices. Trusted Agents. Best Prices. Happy Memories.
Cities:
- Shimla
- Sarahan
- Chitkul
- Narkanda
Starting from:
₹17,000/-
₹18,681/-9% OffCities:
- Manali
- Jispa
- Leh
- Nubra Valley
- Pangong
Starting from:
₹19,999/-
₹21,738/-8% OffCities:
- Manali
- Kaza
- Chandra Tal
Starting from:
₹29,500/-
₹32,065/-8% OffCities:
- Manali
- Kaza
- Chandra Tal
Starting from:
₹29,656/-
₹32,235/-8% OffCities:
- Manali
- Kaza
- Chandra Tal
Starting from:
₹30,500/-
₹33,889/-10% OffCities:
- Manali
- Kaza
- Chandra Tal
Starting from:
₹32,070/-
₹34,859/-8% OffCities:
- Shimla
- Sarahan
- Sangla
- Kalpa
Starting from:
₹32,463/-
₹35,286/-8% OffCities:
- Sarahan
- Sangla
- Kalpa
- Tabo
- Kaza
- Chandra Tal
Starting from:
₹32,500/-
₹35,326/-8% OffCities:
- Narkanda
- Sangla
- Kalpa
- Tabo
- Kaza
- Chandra Tal
- Manali
- Chandigarh
Starting from:
₹33,000/-
₹37,079/-11% OffCities:
- Sonmarg
- Kargil
- Leh
- Nubra Valley
- Pangong
- Jispa
- Manali
Starting from:
₹41,998/-
₹59,997/-30% OffCities:
- Sarahan
- Sangla
- Kalpa
- Tabo
- Kaza
- Chandra Tal
- Manali
Starting from:
₹44,213/-
₹47,541/-7% OffCities:
- Shimla
- Narkanda
- Sangla
- Kalpa
- Tabo
- Kaza
- Chandra Tal
Starting from:
₹44,595/-
₹47,952/-7% OffCities:
- Sarahan
- Sangla
- Kalpa
- Tabo
- Kaza
- Chandra Tal
- Manali
Starting from:
₹44,637/-
₹47,997/-7% OffCities:
- Manali
- Jispa
- Leh
- Nubra Valley
- Pangong
Starting from:
₹44,999/-
₹48,386/-7% OffCities:
- Manali
- Jispa
- Leh
- Nubra Valley
- Pangong
Starting from:
₹44,999/-
₹48,912/-8% OffCities:
- Manali
- Jispa
- Leh
- Nubra Valley
- Pangong
Starting from:
₹44,999/-
₹48,912/-8% OffCities:
- Sarahan
- Sangla
- Chitkul
- Nako
- Kaza
- Chandra Tal
- Manali
Starting from:
₹45,213/-
₹48,616/-7% OffCities:
- Manali
- Jispa
- Leh
- Nubra Valley
- Pangong
Starting from:
₹46,000/-
₹50,000/-8% OffCities:
- Shimla
- Sarahan
- Chitkul
- Kalpa
- Nako
- Kaza
- Chandra Tal
- Manali
Starting from:
₹46,239/-
₹49,719/-7% OffCities:
- Sarahan
- Sangla
- Kalpa
- Tabo
- Kaza
- Chandra Tal
- Manali
Starting from:
₹46,999/-
₹49,999/-6% OffPlaces To Visit In Spiti
Let the experts guide you to the best of this mesmerizing destination
View AllKey Monastery in Spiti
The Key Monastery is one of the most famous Buddhist monastery in the Lahaul and Spiti District of India and has Tibetan roots. Located at an altitude of about 13,667 feet above the sea level, the monastery is very close to the Spiti River of Himachal Pradesh in India. Also known as the Key Monastery, it was founded by Drom...
- Monasteries
- Sightseeing
- Mountains
Nako in Spiti
Located at an height of about 12000 feet above the sea level, Nako is a captivating and scenic village that is full of eye capturing surroundings and is the most beautiful village situated in the Spiti valley of the Himachal Pradesh. The village is situated on the eastern end of the Kinnaur District and is one of the most p...
- Nature
- Sightseeing
- Hills
Kinnaur in Spiti
Kinnaur is a beautiful district with snow capped mountain ranges in Himachal Pradesh. Kinnaur is divided into three administrative areas namely Pooh, Kalpa and Nichar, further it is divided into five tehsils. Kinnaur has three mountain ranges also which adds to the charm, the Zanskar and the Himalayas which envelopes Stulej...
- Nature
- Sightseeing
- Mountains
Kaza in Spiti
Situated along the Spiti River, Kaza is the sub-divisional headquarters of Spiti Valley. Divided into two parts-Kaza Khas and Kaza Soma, the town of Kaza is the largest town and commercial centre in the entire valley.
Surrounded by brunette mountain ridges on all sides, the town of Kaza is home to the administrative buil...
- Nature
- Sightseeing
- Hills
Chandratal Lake in Spiti
Located at an altitude of 4300 m in the Himalayas, the Chandratal Lake is situated on the Samudra Tapu plateau in Spiti Valley. The name, Chandra Taal, originates from its crescent shape. Enclosed by scree mountains on one side and magnificent cirques on the other, this Lake offers breathtaking views of clear blue skies, w...
- Nature
- Sightseeing
- Hills
Things To Do In Spiti
Your list of the best things to do, compiled on the basis of actual traveler experiences
View AllHampta Pass Trekking in Spiti
Hampta Pass is an eye-popping destination for nature lovers. The pass is positioned at an altitude of 4270 meters on the Pir Panjal of Himalayas. The Hampta Pass Trek is also considered to be a cakewalk as compared to other trekking expeditions. The area is devoid of the crowd, one can find peace and solitude amidst the bea...
- Nature
- Adventure
- Mountains
Bike Tour in Spiti
Located high in the Himalayan mountains, Spiti Valley is a cold desert mountain valley in the North-Eastern part of Himachal Pradesh. With its dangerous roads and bridges, luscious green fields, unbelievably tall and old mountains colored brown and grey towering high into the clear blue skies with puffy clouds, Spiti is unf...
- Nature
- Sightseeing
- Adventure
Our experts would love to create a package just for you!
Fill in your requirements here >
Fastest Growing Holiday Marketplace
650+
Verified Agents
22 Lac+
Happy Travellers
65+
Destinations
Easy, Secure & Reliable
Traveltriangle
Verified
Stringent
Quality Control
24/7
Support
What Travelers Say About Our Spiti Packages
Read real reviews,packages, stories, and experiences from happy customers who booked with TravelTriangle.
Nagesh Patil
Airport (t-3)
Nagesh's 5 days trip to Spiti
Ssnaik Sn
Chandigarh
Ssnaik's 7 days trip to Spiti
Devansh Khandol
Delhi
Devansh's 9 days trip to Spiti
Mdvyshnavi
Gurgaon
Mdvyshnavi's 3 days trip to Spiti
Antariksh Karmakar
Kolkata
Antariksh's 4 days trip to Spiti
Raosri
Chandigarh
Raosri's 10 days trip to Spiti
Sunil Dhansukhlal Lakdawala
Sunil's 10 days trip to Spiti
Siddhesh Rane
Mumbai
Siddhesh's 7 days trip to Spiti
Cutecady
Cutecady's 7 days trip to Spiti
Hrishikesh Gosavi
Pune
Hrishikesh's 9 days trip to Spiti
Popular Kerala Holiday Packages
Spiritual Packages
Kerala Holiday Packages From Metro Cities
Popular 1 Night & Above Kerala Holiday Packages
Popular 6 Nights & Above Kerala Holiday Packages
Top Tour Packages In India
Top International Tour Packages
Tour Packages By Theme And Activity
Top Honeymoon Destinations In India
Top International Honeymoon Destinations
Top Destinations In India
Top International Destinations
Want best packages handpicked just for you?
Fill the form and get a callback from our holiday experts
Frequently Asked Questions
Get your answers — before you plan your trip.
Spiti Travel FAQs
What are the places of interest nearby Key Monastery in Spiti?
There is no dearth of places to visit near Key Monastery, Spiti, Himachal Pradesh. Famous attractions like Chandratal lake, Kunzum pass, Suraj tal lake and many more places attract a large number of tourists throughout the year, from all over the nation.
What is the entry fees for Key Monastery?
Entry to the Key Monastery is free of cost. Tourists should not give money to individuals asking for it as entrance fees.
What is the distance between Shimla railway station and Key Monastery?
The distance between Key monastery and Shimla railway station is almost 437 kilometers. One can take a bus or cab to Kaza, which is about 12 kilometers from Key Monastery
How It Works
Personalise This Package
Make changes as per your travel plan & submit the request.
Get Multiple Quotes
Connect with top 3 agents, compare quotes & customize further.
Book The Best Deal
Pay in easy installments & get ready to enjoy your holiday.
Corporate Office:
Holiday Triangle Travel Private Limited
Address: Plot No - 52 , 3rd Floor,
Batra House , Sector 32,
Gurugram -122001,Haryana
Landline: 1800 123 5555
Connect with us on :
Made with
in India
All rights reserved © 2026