Top Choice Buddhist Monastery in Tabo
Tabo Gompa
The gompa was founded in AD 996, possibly by Ringchen Zangpo, the Great Translator, as Tibet's Guge kingdom expanded into these outlying territories, and is reckoned to be the oldest continuously functioning Buddhis…
Cave in Tabo
Caves
A number of caves on the hillside above the main road were part of the old monastery complex – a 200m walk starting up the steps opposite the Vijay Kumar shop.
Multicuisine in Tabo
Tiger Den
A top eating choice, almost next to the new monastery's entrance, with indoor and outdoor seating, and a great range of Indian, Tibetan and traveller food, plus delectable chilled apple juice.
Tibetan in Tabo
Cafe Kunzum Top
Kunzum Top serves tasty Tibetan, Spitian, Indian and Continental dishes in its sunny garden and cosy interior, and has good coffee.
Library in Tabo
Library
The library has a collection of books on Buddhism, the local region and Tibet, mostly in English.
Museum in Tabo
Religious Museum
This small museum displays photos and artefacts related to life and events at Tabo's monastery.