Monasteries are major religious, educational, and architectural institutions within many Buddhist communities of Nepal.
Monasteries are especially associated with Himalayan and Tibetan-influenced regions, though important monasteries also exist in Kathmandu Valley.
Monasteries connect ritual practice, pilgrimage, education, art, manuscripts, festivals, and settlement identity.
This page connects with Buddhism in Nepal, Mustang, Sherpa communities, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, and Himalayan culture.