Namgyal Institute of Tibetology

The Namgyal Institute of Tibetology is a renowned research institute and museum located at Deorali near Gangtok, Sikkim. Established in 1958 and named after Chogyal Tashi Namgyal, it is dedicated to the study and preservation of Tibetan language, literature, art and Buddhist philosophy. The institute houses a museum with rare collections of thangkas, statues, manuscripts and ritual objects, and a reference library.

Visitors can expect a traditional Tibetan-style building surrounded by gardens at Deorali, about 2 km from Gangtok centre. Inside, the museum displays on two floors showcase ancient thangkas, bronze statues, Buddhist icons, manuscripts, and ritual artefacts. The grounds include landscaped gardens and chortens. Visitors can explore exhibition halls, view the architecture, and visit the reference library and souvenir shop area.

Established in 1958 and named after the late Chogyal (King) of Sikkim, Tashi Namgyal. The foundation stone was laid by the 14th Dalai Lama in 1957 and the institute was inaugurated by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in 1958 to promote research in Tibetan language, literature, religion and culture.

A premier centre for the study and preservation of Tibetan and Himalayan Buddhist culture, art and philosophy. It conserves rare Tibetan manuscripts, thangkas and artefacts and serves as an important resource for scholars and visitors interested in Mahayana Buddhism and Tibetan traditions.