Founded in early 15th century, Namgyal Tsemo monastery in Leh in Ladakh is renowned for its three-storey high solid gold idol of Maitrieya Buddha. Situated on a mountain top behind the Leh palace ...

Built under the 17th-century king Sengge Namgyal,.Leh Palace is a former royal palace overlooking the Ladakhi Himalayan town of Leh. The palace was abandoned when Dogra forces took control of ...

A nine storey structure in dun colour, it was the erstwhile home to the royals of Ladakh, built at the behest of King Sengge Namgyal in the 17th century. The Leh Palace rises up against the ...

Leh is situated in the majestic Himalayas and is a hub of historical stories, diverse cultures as well as picturesque beauty. This makes Leh one of the most captivating tourist destinations globally.

Himachal Pradesh's Dharamshala was abuzz with spiritual fervor as over 700 Tibetans, including monks and former monks of the Namgyal Monastery, gathered to offer special long life prayers for the ...