Karsha Monastery, Buddhist monastery in Padum Valley, Zanskar, India
The white buildings of Karsha Monastery rise on multiple levels against mountain slopes, near the Doda River flowing from Drang Drung Glacier.
The monastery dates to the 10th century and contains the Avalokiteshvara Temple with wall paintings from the time of Rinchen Zangpo between 958-1055.
Over 100 monks practice Gelugpa Buddhism at this monastery, which operates under the guidance of the Dalai Lama's younger brother.
Visitors can reach the monastery by taking a 9-kilometer journey from Padum, with July to September offering the most favorable weather conditions.
The monastery houses a statue of Lhaso Cho Rinpoche brought from Lhasa in the 1960s, decorated with a golden crown featuring carnelian and turquoise.
Location: Kargil district
GPS coordinates: 33.53306,76.90500
Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:32
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