Ladakh

Monasteries in Indus valley

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Monasteries in Indus valley
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During the visit of Ladakh, or rather Leh, it is definitely worth to set out for a day trip around the monasteries situated in the Indus valley to the southwest of the city and enjoy a genuine Buddhist atmosphere. The biggest magnet is very photogenic Thiksey monastery. Set out here as early as possible, ideally early in the morning, because you will then avoid the crowds of tourists and also see some ceremonies. An interesting stop is the monastery Stakna or large Hemis high above the valley. On the way back stop in the ruins Shey with a perfect view of the green valley of Indus.

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Monastery Thiksey Gompa

The most famous monastery in the Indus v

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| Altitude: 3 315 m / 10 876 ft

The most often visited monastery in the Indus valley, which is just twenty kilometers from Leh, looks like a… continue reading

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Monastery Stakna Gompa

Forgotten monastery

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| Altitude: 3 310 m / 10 860 ft

Almost everyone visiting Ladakh wants to see some of the many beautiful Buddhist monasteries. But only few… continue reading

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Visit of Hemis Gompa

The monastery in a mountain valley

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| Altitude: 3 700 m / 12 139 ft

Most big monasteries in Ladakh stand like a fortress on the tops of hills, but only the one in Hemis is… continue reading

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Visit of Shey Gompa Monastery

Half abandoned royal palace

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| Altitude: 3 290 m / 10 794 ft

Only fifteen kilometers from Leh is situated the former summer royal palace Shey. Today there are more or… continue reading

Other monasteries in Indus valley near Leh

  • Matho gompa: beautiful monastery high above the valley. In addition, starting point to not frequently walked valley leading to the main ridge of Stok
  • Stok gompa: former royal palace and monastery. The main starting point of the trek to Stok Kangri
  • Spituk gompa: monastery just off the airport in Leh
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