Monasteries
Hemis Monastery
Leh, India
Hemis Monastery, established in 1672 by King Sengge Namgyal, is known for its Hemis Festival where masked dancers brim with color and movement, celebrating Guru Padmasambhava's birth. Inside, visitors find ancient murals and the commanding figure of Guru Rinpoche.
Good to know
- Best months
- Jun
- Dress code
- Cover shoulders and knees
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