Historically, the monastery has been recognised as a centre ... which included present-day Slovakia, and has deep historical ties to Malacky. At first glance, the mansion may appear weathered ...

Tengboche Monastery sits atop a hill at the confluence of the Dudh Kosi and the Imja Khola rivers, with a clear view of Everest. About 350 years ago, Lama Sangwa Dorje (a high priest) of Khumbu ...

The monastery welcomes anyone who would like to visit — provided they are male. In a more than 1,000-year-old tradition, women are banned from the entire peninsula, which is deemed the Virgin ...