Zongkhul Monastery

Zongkhul Monastery, also spelled Dzongkhul, clings to a cliff face in a side valley near Ating, associated with the 11th century Indian yogi Naropa who is believed to have meditated in its caves. The small complex is built directly onto the rock and holds ancient murals and images of past lamas. Far fewer visitors reach Zongkhul than Phugtal, giving it a quieter, more solitary character despite its similar cave monastery format and comparable historical depth.