Gue Mummy
Gue
In a small village near the Sino-Indian border, a seated monk mummy about 500 years old is enshrined, with its skin and teeth still clearly visible.
Gue village lies in eastern Spiti near the Sino-Indian border. In a small temple beside the village is enshrined the seated body of Lama Sangha Tenzin. It is believed to be about 500 years old and has been preserved without any artificial embalming. Its teeth and hair remain visible. It was only discovered after the 1975 earthquake. Visitors can view it up close through a glass case, and are asked to remain quiet and respectful. Gue is about 40 km from Tabo, and reaching it requires taking a mountain road off the main route. Visitors must carry identification documents for checks by the military.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Tabo Monastery
- Nako Village & Lake
- Lhalung Monastery
- Dhankar Monastery & Dhankar Lake
- Komic Village
- Hikkim Post Office
- Kaza Town & Sakya Tangyud Monastery
- Langza Village