White Gumba (White Monastery) & Swayambhu | Buddhist Monastery | Kathmandu | Alina's Travel Diaries

Experience the spiritual and scenic beauty of White Gumba (White Monastery) and Swayambhu (Monkey Temple) – two of the most iconic Buddhist sites in Kathmandu, Nepal. 🏔️ Located in Nagarjuna Municipality, White Gumba offers breathtaking views of the Kathmandu Valley, peaceful surroundings, and stunning Tibetan Buddhist architecture. It’s a perfect destination for meditation, hiking, photography, and cultural exploration. 📅 Good News! White Gumba is currently open to the public from May 17 to May 26, 2025, for a special Buddhist mantra chanting event in memory of Mayumla, the compassionate mother of the 12th Drukpa incarnation. This rare opening is led by the 9th incarnation Gyalwa Dokhampa (Khamtrul Rinpoche). Don’t miss this peaceful and spiritual experience! 🙏 Next, we visit Swayambhunath Stupa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, also known as the Monkey Temple. With deep roots in both Buddhism and Hinduism, it’s a must-visit spiritual site for anyone traveling to Nepal. 📸 Watch this video for travel tips, hiking routes, and stunning views of the valley and Himalayan mountains. Seto Gumba, White Monastery Nepal, Buddhist Monastery Kathmandu, Swayambhu Temple, Monkey Temple Nepal, Kathmandu travel vlog, hiking Seto Gumba, Nepal sunrise spots, Buddhist pilgrimage Nepal, Kathmandu spiritual places, places to visit in Kathmandu, Nepal Buddhist culture, Druk Amitabh Mountain, Seto Gumba open days, Mayumla event 2025, Nepal monastery tour, White gumba 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more travel and spiritual journeys across Nepal! 🎬 Chapters 0:00 Introduction 0:35 Journey to White Monastery 05:15 Exploring the White Monastery 16:25 On the way to Swayambhunath 17:17 Swayambhu Temple Tour 19:40 Drone Shots 20:40 Goodbye