Himalayan Tibet Museum is a newly inaugurated museum in Darjeeling that was built in the year 2015. It was built by Tibetan guru Gurung Tulku Nima Hoiser Rinpoche to mark the 80th birthday of H.H Dalai Lama. It is a must-see site in Darjeeling, especially for the ones that wish to gather knowledge about the Tibetan Buddhism from the core.
It Is Known For:-
1) This museum was constructed to bring out the true facts about the China-occupied-Tibet. The local Tibetan community claims that the Chinese molded the real facts in their own way and presented in front of the world
2) Unlike other Tibetan museums that focus on the religious aspects of Tibetans, this museum throws light on their history and culture
3) This museum is a place that houses priceless Buddhist artifacts and sculptures
4) H.H Dalai Lama has himself donated a lot of artifacts to this museum
Best Time To Visit:-
Himalayan Tibet Museum can be visited throughout the year. There is no special time or a period for paying a visit to this amazing museum. This place sees a huge footfall throughout the year. The entry for this museum is paid.
Reaching There:-
Due to its location in the heart of the city, Himalayan Tibet Museum is well-connected by the roadways and railways. It makes convenient for the visitors to reach the museum without any hassle. To reach the museum, one can hire the service of the local bus or taxi.
Nearest Railway Station- Darjeeling Railway Station
Nearest Airport- Bagdogra Airport