Things to do in Key Monastery, Himachal Pradesh
Kye Gompa is a Tibetan Buddhist monastery of the Gelugpa sect located on top of a hill at an altitude of 4,166 metres above sea level, close to the Spiti River, in the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh, Lahaul and Spiti district, India.
5 places to visit in and around Key Monastery, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Ki Gompa
Kye Gompa is a Tibetan Buddhist monastery of the Gelugpa sect located on top of a hill at an altitude of 4,166 metres above sea level, close to the Spiti River, in the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh, Lahaul and Spiti district, India.
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- 3Tangyud Monastery
The Tangyud Monastery or Sa-skya-gong-mig Gompa at the village of Komic, two km southeast of Hikkim in the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh, India, is built like a fortified castle on the edge of a deep canyon, with massive slanted mud walls and battlements…
Wikipedia - 4Chau Chau Kang Nilda
Chau Chau Kang Nilda also known as 'Guan Nelda' or 'blue moon in the sky' is a mountain in the western Himalayas. It lies in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh.
Wikipedia - 5Few rocks that make for a great view point
Best time to visit Key Monastery
No month is mild here. The easiest months are Jul–Aug.
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- Feb-17°CCold
- Mar-13°CCold
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- May-2°CCold
- Jun2°CCold
- Jul6°CCold, Best months
- Aug5°CCold, Best months
- Sep1°CCold
- Oct-5°CCold
- Nov-11°CCold
- Dec-16°CCold
ColdBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Cold | -19°C | 25 mm |
| Feb | Cold | -17°C | 25 mm |
| Mar | Cold | -13°C | 31 mm |
| Apr | Cold | -7°C | 18 mm |
| May | Cold | -2°C | 19 mm |
| Jun | Cold | 2°C | 45 mm |
| Jul | Cold | 6°C | 99 mm |
| Aug | Cold | 5°C | 109 mm |
| Sep | Cold | 1°C | 48 mm |
| Oct | Cold | -5°C | 6 mm |
| Nov | Cold | -11°C | 12 mm |
| Dec | Cold | -16°C | 12 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Key Monastery
- No railway station within 40 km.
- Nearest main railway station: Chandigarh Junction (CDG), 210 km away.
- Nearest airport: Bhuntar Airport (KUU), 93 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Key Monastery costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Key Monastery is not included.
Compare Key Monastery with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Key Monastery | – | easiest Jul–Aug | 5 |
| Parvati Valley | 60 km | easiest Jun, Sep | 5 |
| Manikaran | 70 km | easiest Jun, Sep | 10 |
Distances in a straight line from Key Monastery; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Key Monastery?
The best known are Ki Gompa, Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary, Tangyud Monastery, Chau Chau Kang Nilda, Few rocks that make for a great view point.
When is the best time to visit Key Monastery?
No month is mild here. The easiest months are Jul–Aug.
How do I reach Key Monastery?
No railway station within 40 km. Nearest main railway station: Chandigarh Junction (CDG), 210 km away. Nearest airport: Bhuntar Airport (KUU), 93 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Key Monastery cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Key Monastery is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.