It was founded by Od-de, the elder brother of Lha Lama Changchub Od, when he came to Maryul in the 11th century.

During the time of Dharma raja Gragspa Bum-Ide the monastery was restored by Lama Lhawang Lodos and the order of Tsonkhapa was introduced and it has remained intact as such till present.

The monastery is home to 100 monks and a giant statue of Kali (unveiled during the annual festival).

Every year the Gustor Festival is held at Spituk from the 27th to 29th day in the eleventh month of the Tibetan calendar.

[1] Spituk has an average elevation of 3,307 metres (10,852 feet).