Rongbuk Monastery and Guesthouse
绒布寺
Parking available
WiFi available
The world's highest monastery, located near Mount Everest's north face, offering spiritual refuge and guesthouse lodging.

📜 World's highest monastery at 5,100 meters (16,732 feet), near Mount Everest.
🔍 Founded in 1902, home to Buddhist monks and nuns, offering spiritual and mountaineering support.

Why Go

🏔️ Breathtaking close-up views of Mount Everest
🧘 Experience Tibetan Buddhist traditions
🏠 Unique guesthouse stay at a remote location
🧗 Serves as a base camp for Everest expeditions

Why Avoid

⚠️ Guesthouse has shared outdoor latrines, tiny rooms, limited heating, minimal electricity
🥶 Weather can be tough, especially outside peak seasons
⏳ Long travel from Lhasa (2 days) or Kathmandu

Tips

🗓️ Best to visit April-June or September-November for clear views
🚗 Accessible by road, 2-3 hour drive from Friendship Highway

🅿️ Parking

Free parking

📶 Internet

Free internet

🍽️ Restaurant

Simple restaurant with Chinese food and various drinks

Last updated 7 days ago

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