Diskit Monastery
Diskit Monastery, Diskit,
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Diskit Monastery is the oldest and largest Buddhist monastery in the Nubra Valley of Ladakh, founded in the 14th century by Changzem Tserab Zangpo, a disciple of Tsongkhapa. Perched on a hill above the village of Diskit, it offers sweeping views of the valley and the Shyok River. The monastery belongs to the Gelugpa (Yellow Hat) sect of Tibetan Buddhism and is known for its striking 32-meter-high statue of Maitreya Buddha, symbolizing peace and protection. It also hosts an annual festival .
Diskit Monastery is the oldest and largest Buddhist monastery in the Nubra Valley of Ladakh, founded in the 14th century by Changzem Tserab Zangpo, a disciple of Tsongkhapa. Perched on a hill above the village of Diskit, it offers sweeping views of the valley and the Shyok River. The monastery belongs to the Gelugpa (Yellow Hat) sect of Tibetan Buddhism and is known for its striking 32-meter-high statue of Maitreya Buddha, symbolizing peace and protection. It also hosts an annual festival .