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Monk exiting a temple doorway
The Alchi Chos'khor (chos'khor means monastic complex) is one of the oldest Buddhist monasteries in all of India, dating back to the 10th century. The monastery is located in the Indus River valley, integrated with its village. This is typical of earlier phase Himalayan monastic architecture, versus the later phase post 12th century, in which monasteries were fortified and built up on a hill. In the image a monk exits the small doorway of the Vairachana temple (also called Dukhang or Assembly Hall), typical for the doorways of this period. He has removed his shoes, customary for entering Buddhist temples (read the sign on the wall). Alchi is currently administered by the Gelug'pa (Yellow Hat) sect, similar to Spituk Gompa.
Wayne, visitors could go inside but there was a no photo rule for the interiors.
From Alchi, Stok
Terry Allen
on February 18, 2019Many thanks John and JohnC!
John (300m)
on February 18, 2019lovely picture Terry!
johnchapmanphotographer
on February 18, 2019Hi Terry, Great Capture.
Terry Allen
on February 18, 2019Thanks a lot, Greg&Rose!
Greg&Rose Photography
on February 18, 2019Very good shot and so informative
Terry Allen
on February 18, 2019Many thanks, Malcolm and Judith!
Terry Allen
on February 18, 2019Thanks so much for the nice comments, Rick, God's Child, Janet, Elizabeth, Kevin, Donna, Linda, Bill, Bruno, Frank, Wayne and Judy; really appreciated!
Judith Sparhawk
on February 17, 2019Great candid shot of the monk at the monastery. I notice that the "rules" are in English--probably good, considering some of the American tourist behavior I have seen on occasion.
malcolmjenkinsphotography
on February 17, 2019Nice street shot.
fotoeffects
on February 17, 2019Excellent!