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If you’re short on time, try catching the morning prayers first thing most visitors arrive after that. From the bus station a prepaid taxi takes about 90 minutes via NH 275, and the road is usually clear. Once inside, the main courtyard gives you a quick view of the Dalai Lama statue and the prayer flag wall, and a short walk to the left side museum shows a few thangka paintings. If you need a quick break before heading back, a short stop at Silent Shores Resort & Spa near the bus station is convenient.