Hanle Monastery, Buddhist monastery in Hanle Valley, India
The monastery stands prominently on a hill in the Hanle Valley, featuring traditional Tibetan architectural elements and multiple prayer halls within its walls.
King Sengge Namgyal established this religious center between 1616 and 1642, making it the first monastery of the Drukpa Kagyu tradition in Ladakh.
The monastery maintains Tibetan Buddhist traditions through daily rituals performed by resident monks who preserve ancient religious practices and manuscripts.
Visitors need special permission from Indian authorities to access the monastery due to its location near the Tibet border, 255 kilometers from Leh.
The monastery shares its location with the Indian Astronomical Observatory, which houses one of the world's highest optical telescopes.
Location: Leh district
GPS coordinates: 32.79028,79.00056
Latest update: March 7, 2025 14:26
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