Ladakh is not just about stunning landscapes; its monasteries hold centuries of history, art, and deep spiritual energy. From ...

Known as the ‘old order’ monastery, it is located in Shakti village about 46 km from Leh in Ladakh district in Jammu and Kashmir, the northernmost state of India. The monastery was founded in ...

Thiksey Monastery is the largest monastery in central Ladakh district in Jammu and Kashmir ... The monastery is referred as ‘Mini Potala’ of India as it resembles Potala Palace in Lhasa ...

This journey is less about reaching a destination and more about the moments in between—chanting with monks, catching your ...

Lamayuru, known as 'The Moon Land of Leh,' mesmerizes visitors with its unique moon-like landscapes formed over millions of ...

1. Young monks take a break from their studies inside Thiksey Monastery in Ladakh, India. REUTERS/Cathal McNaughton 2. Shanti Stupa, which contains the relics of the Buddha, stands on a hilltop in ...

The largest monastery in Ladakh, Hemis Monastery is renowned for ... Often called ‘Little Tibet in South India,’ Namdroling Monastery is famous for its golden statues of Buddha and beautifully ...

Diskit Monastery sits atop a hill, looking out over Nubra Valley. It's one of the oldest and biggest monasteries in Ladakh, dating back to the 14th century. Inside, you'll find a huge statue of ...

BAIJNATH, India—Wearing colorful robes and fearsome ... The cham dance is performed in this monastery in the Himalayas the day before the Tibetan New Year, known as Losar, evoking Mahakala ...