History Places

ANCIENT SITES

Lost civilizations and mysterious ruins

Hemis Monastery

Hemis Monastery

~400 years old

Leh, Ladakh

The largest and wealthiest monastery in Ladakh, housing precious Buddhist artifacts.

Historical Significance

Established in the 1630s under the patronage of King Sengge Namgyal. The monastery holds one of the largest collections of Thangka paintings and Buddhist manuscripts.

Visiting Info

Open 8 AM - 1 PM, 2 PM - 6 PM. Entry fee applicable.