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North east India, Nepal, Bhutan is center of Buddhism and its various sects. There are more than 400 monasteries each has its own history and uniqueness. They were built during the 16th and 17th century and are still maintained. There are packages designed for Monastery and special festival packages which include monastery visit during festival seasons. Sikkim is the centre of all Buddhist activities and can be well imagined that a small state with the least population has the highest number of monastery in India. Perhaps this is the most peaceful religious center of the world. Only Sikkim has over 100 monasteries and 200 Mani Lakhang. Darjeeling, Kalimpong also have a few more. Among which the prominent are. These monasteries are generally situated in commanding and picturesque sites. Sikkim's has about 100 monasteries or Gompas belonging to the Nyingma and Kagyu. These are being influencing the cultural heritage and lifestyle of the people. Each monastery has their own history and ancient Tibetan manuscripts, exquisitely carved wood work and icons of silver and gold. Some of the well known monasteries are
Sikkim is one of the most secular states of India. The number of religions institutions as per state government of Sikkim is given below. Buddhism is practiced by the majority of the people.
