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Temple dedicated to Tara, Golden temple, Coorg

Coorg, a perfect holiday spot in Karnataka state, has one of the largest Buddhist settlements in India. Namdroling Nyingmapa Tibetan Monastery and the Golden Temple, built in 1963 are home to hundreds of lamas, monks and nuns and is the largest Nyingmapa, a lineage of Tibetan Buddhism, teaching center in the world.

Located about 30 km away from Madikeri, at Bylakuppe near Kushalnagar in Coorg district, is apparently the second largest Tibetan settlements in India.

Shown here is the temple dedicated to Tara, consort of Buddha, inside the Namdroling Nyingmapa Tibetan Monastery here.


How to reach:-
Bylakuppe is situated on the state highway 88and is well connected to most of the major cities in south-India.
Nearest railway station: - Hassan Railway Station, around 84 km
Nearest airport: - Mysore Airport, around 94 km