Things to do in Ladakh
Spiritual / Cultural
Monastery Visits
Ladakh
Explore Ladakh's ancient Buddhist monasteries — Hemis (largest in Ladakh, famous for its June festival), Thiksey (resembles the Potala Palace in Lhasa), Diskit (2nd century, with a 32-metre Maitreya Buddha statue), Lamayuru (dubbed 'Moonland' for its lunar landscape setting), and Alchi (1,000-year-old murals).
Full day to explore multiple gompas₹30–100 per monasteryMorning (8:00–11:00 AM); Hemis Festival: June
Pro tip from your tour advisor
Hemis Festival (June–July) is Ladakh's grandest celebration — masked Cham dances by monks in elaborate costumes. Book accommodation in Leh months in advance for festival dates.