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Monastery in the moonscape

Petr Liška
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Trip to Lamayuru
Inserted: 02.09.2014
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Very interesting stop while traveling around Ladakh is the monastery and the ancient town of Lamayuru. Whether you come here for a trip from Leh or you only transit here on the road linking Ladakh with Kashmir, make sure to make here at least a half-day stop. In addition, the monastery is renowned for it’s for colorful festivals. Lamayuru is also a starting point for interesting treks both to Zanskar (Lamayuru – Padum trek) and to the valley of Suru (Lamayuru – Kanji la – Rangdum).  

Program in Lamayuru

After accommodating first walk through the old town and gradually ascend to the monastery. From here set out for a walk above the monastery up to the oasis in the west of the town. Wait for the sunset at one of the outlook points. You will have the entire town with the monastery and the surrounding mountain ridges at your fingertips. If you are here during a festival, do not miss the opportunity to watch it.

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