हेमिस गोम्पा

The road from town to the monastery is very beautiful, the valley and mountains are very vast and majestic. Cross a stream, often frozen in winter, to reach the monastery. The monastery is located on a hilltop with typical Tibetan architecture. There is no entrance fee to the monastery.

Hemis Monastery is the Buddhist monastery (gompa) of the Drukpa Lineage, in Hemis on the bank of the Indus River about 45 km from Leh. It was re-established in 1672 by the Ladakhi king Sengge Namgyal. The annual Hemis festival honouring Padmasambhava is held there in early June. In the courtyard of the monastery, there is a gallery with paintings of the Eighty-Four Mahasiddhas, dating back to the 17th century. These paintings are created using ground mineral pigments.

Located in the Hemis National Park, Ladakh, India, Hemis Monastery is a significant cultural and spiritual center. Hemis Monastery was founded in the 11th century by Lama Tsongkhapa, the founder of the Gelugpa tradition. The monastery belongs to the Gelugpa tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. Hemis Monastery is an important cultural heritage site, showcasing the region's rich history and traditions. The monastery features a mix of Ladakhi and Tibetan architectural styles. The monastery is adorned with beautiful mural paintings depicting Buddhist deities and mythological scenes. The monastery houses several important statues and artifacts, including a large statue of the Buddha. The monastery celebrates the Hemis Festival, a two-day festival featuring masked dances and sacred rituals. Celebrated in June or July, the festival showcases the rich cultural heritage of the region. The festival features masked dances, depicting various Buddhist deities and mythological characters. Hemis Monastery is located 45 km from Leh, in the Hemis National Park. The best time to visit Hemis Monastery is during the summer months (June to September). The monastery is accessible by road from Leh.

This beautiful monastery's distinctive architecture, old antiques and religious significance.

Hemis Monastery is one of the famous Himalayan Buddhist monastery (gompa) of the Drukpa Lineage, in Hemis, Ladakh, India. Situated 45 km from Leh, it was re-established in 1672 by the Ladakhi king Sengge Namgyal. The annual Hemis festival honouring Padmasambhava is held there in early June. It is the biggest and richest of all monastry. Measeum is also a must visit place in monastry. It is very calm and quiet. One will feel postive vibes.one there are other two Monastery on the same road.

Lovely Monastery up in hills surrounded by snow caps, had a good darshan, participated a in prayer with locals. Can spend about 1 hr. place was not all crowded due to winter months. 4WH Parking is ok, wash room was locked

Hanle Monastery Built in the year 1642, it is one of the largest, ancient and well-known monasteries of Ladakh. Located in the Hanle Village, the Monastery is home to about 10 monks while another 30-40 monks keep visiting it for prayers. Hanle Monastery is just around 20 kms far from the Tibet Border. One can get some extraordinary views of the Hanle Village from the Monastery.

A very beautiful and old monastery with museum and souvenir shop