There are three important Tibetan Monasteries in Manli – The Gadhan Thekchoking Gompa, Himalayan Nyingamapa Temple and the other one at Aleo on the left bank of Beas River. The Gadhan Thekchoking Gompa is situated near the Mall in Manali. The monastery is run by the local people who gather funds through donations.
Monks conduct activities such as debates and classes in the Tibetan language and Buddhist philosophy for local communities. Others give lectures on cultural, political and environmental issues.

Tibetan monasteries. Samye: The first monastery in Tibet built by Trisong. It reflects the Indian influence on Tibetan architecture (Odantapuri in current-day Bihar was used as a model). The central assembly hall is surrounded by a circular wall that encloses four other temples.