Monasteries in Ladakh
Amidst soaring mountains, lie age old monasteries (Gompas) in the arid region of Ladakh reflecting ageless believes of Buddhism.
These beautiful
monasteries dotted all across this spectacular region registers visit by numerous...
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Monasteries in Ladakh
Amidst soaring mountains, lie age old monasteries (Gompas) in the arid region of Ladakh reflecting ageless believes of Buddhism.
These beautiful
monasteries dotted all across this spectacular region registers visit by numerous devotees who come on Leh Ladakh Tour with only purpose of getting
their soul cleansed.
It epitomizes faith of Ladakhi people who despite of its inhospitable circumstances are leading a cheerful life and do not miss even
a single occasion to celebrate the beautiful gift of god – life.
Top Five Monasteries in Ladakh are:
Hemis Monastery
48 km away from Leh, Across Indus River rests Ladakh’s largest and richest Gompa, the Hemis.
It was founded in year 1630 by first
incarnation Stagsang Raspa Nawang Gyatso and belongs to the Gelukpa Order.
Popular Hemis Festival is held every year in month of June or July at
Hemis monastery to celebrate the birth anniversary of Guru Padmasambhav.
As a part of this festival, a huge painting of B
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