Hemis Monastery

Hemis monastery is around 45 kms south of Leh, and is one of the largest and most famous monasteries belonging to Dukpa Order. The Hemis festival is held in the month of June. This festival is a very famous one attracting people from far off places.

Lamayuru Monastery

Around 125 kms west of Leh, you pass through several villages on the way with scenic beauty especially the Moon land type features. In Lamayuru, there is a monastery too, which belongs to Drigunp a Order of Tibetan Buddhism. The monastery is remarkably built on a rock.

Likir Monastery

The Likir monastery is around 53 kms west of Leh, which belongs to Gelukspa Order. This is also worth seeing. Likir festival takes place on the 28th & 29th of the 12th month of Tibetan Calendar.

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