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Shey Monastery


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Shey, a complex that includes a monastery and a fortress, was once Ladakh's summer capital. The monastery is famous for its massive copper and gilded gold statue of Shakyamuni Buddha, which is said to be Ladakh's second-largest statue and a must-see.

Deldan Namgyal ordered the new Shey Palace and Gompa to be constructed in memory of his late father, Sengge Namgyal. Shey is also known for two annual festivals, Shey Doo Lhoo (sowing season) and Shey Rupla (festival of the harvest) (harvesting season). Shey Monastery's main draws are the two festivals.

More About Leh Tourism

Ladakh is sub-divided into three territories: Leh, Nubra, and Zanskar and each commits a great set of attractions.

Ladakh is quite popular among the explorers who are drawn here by the pumping and exciting adventurous activities. You can enjoy spectacular and beyond compare treks
Ladakh is particularly popular with explorers, who are drawn here by the variety of adrenaline-pumping activities available. With spectacular and unparalleled treks like the famous Frozen River Trek/Chadar Trek, it is one of India's top trekking destinations, mountaineering, motorcycling, mountain biking, white water rafting, and other activities.
With a lot of fun activities and eye-catching beauty, do not skip the ancient Buddhist monasteries which are mainly sheltered in the mountains and are thousands of years old. These monasteries are expressive cultural centers and Buddhist tour destinations in Ladakh. The best time to visit them is when they host religious festivals. You will be having a completely different experience while being a part of it.

People Also Ask About Leh
  • Q: How to reach Ladakh by air?

    Ans:

    Leh, the capital city, has a domestic airport, Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, that connects Ladakh to a number of Indian cities on a regular basis. The airport, which is essentially a military airbase, is located about 5 kilometers from Leh city. The airport in Ladakh only accepts day flights and does not accommodate night flights. Delhi, Jammu, Mumbai, Srinagar, and Chandigarh are all well-connected from the airport.

  • Q: How to reach Ladakh by road?

    Ans:

    By road, Ladakh can be reached from two directions: Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh. The Zoji La high mountain pass links Ladakh and Kashmir on the National Highway 1. The Leh-Manali Highway, which runs through Himachal Pradesh, links Ladakh to this neighbouring state. Srinagar, in Kashmir, is 419 kilometres away, while Manali, in Himachal Pradesh, is 473 kilometres away.

  • Q: What is the best time to visit Ladakh?

    Ans:

    You can visit Ladakh anytime you want, although the tourist season begins in May and continues all the way to September. Since it hardly receives any rain, monsoons are a great time to visit it too. It is also accessible by flights during winters.

  • Q: What is the climate in Ladakh?

    Ans:

    Ladakh's summer season starts in April and continues until June. This time of year, the lowest temperature is 5°C, which only occurs in April. The temperature will rise to as high as 25°C after that month. It marks the start of the tourist season. Summer is the best time to visit Ladakh because the weather is ideal for sightseeing, participating in different types of adventure trips, and visiting as many destinations as possible, as they are all available during this time.

    In Ladakh, the monsoon season begins in July and continues until September, with a minimum temperature of 10 degrees Celsius. Despite the fact that it is monsoon season, Ladakh receives very little moisture, with what little rain it does get coming in brief bursts of heavy downpour, which is unusual.

    The skies are blue much of the time, the weather is good, and it's an ideal time for sightseeing, adventure, and other Ladakh events.

    Ladakh's winter season begins in late October and continues until February, with temperatures as low as -10°C. Around this season, there is a lot of snow, which triggers a lot of road closures. Enjoying the spectacular ice scenery, taking the famed Chadar Trek on the frozen Zanskar River, and attending the many festivals held during this period are just a few of the reasons why you should visit Ladakh during the winter.

     

  • Q: Do I require a special permission to visit Ladakh?

    Ans:

    Both domestic and foreign visitors are expected to obtain an inner line permit (ILP) and pay a fee of INR 400 to the Environment Department. For both foreigners and Indians, the ILP is valid for one week.

  • Q: Is it safe to visit Ladakh?

    Ans:

    Yes, visiting Ladakh is completely safe; however, if you are medically ill, you can contact your doctor before going. When you arrive in Ladakh, it is also advised that you take a full day to acclimate.

  • Q: What payment modes are accepted in Ladakh?

    Ans:

    Card payments are accepted at a few places in Ladakh; however, to prevent hassle, it is best to bring cash.

  • Q: What are the best things to do in Ladakh?

    Ans:

    Ladakh is an adventurer's dream come true. It has some fantastic hiking and trekking routes, as well as lofty mountains for mountaineering, raging rivers for river rafting, and incredible roads and gravel paths for the adrenaline-pumping mountain and motorbike experience.

    This Himalayan destination also has a large number of Buddhist monasteries that are also cultural centers, making them ideal destinations for pilgrimages and cultural tours.

  • Q: Where to stay in Ladakh?

    Ans:

    Ladakh, which is popular with visitors, has become a cosy home for some and an adventure hotspot for others. As a result, it has developed into a destination with a wide range of lodging options. The city of Leh has the most hotels and resorts to choose from. In Leh, heritage hotels, homestays, and even small hostels are available as lodging options.

    There are fewer hotels in Nubra Valley, but there are numerous camping opportunities for all budgets. Accommodation in the Zanskar Region is mainly in the budget range, in the form of homestays and camps. A significant number of tented lodging and homestays can be found in Pangong, one of Ladakh's most popular tourist destinations.

  • Q: What is the ideal duration for Ladakh trip?

    Ans:

    To enjoy Ladakh to its fullest, a 5-8 day trip is suggested.

  • Q: 1. How to reach Ladakh by air?

    Ans:

    Leh has a domestic airport, Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, that connects Ladakh to a number of Indian cities on a regular basis. The airport in Ladakh only accepts day flights and does not accommodate night flights. Delhi, Jammu, Mumbai, Srinagar, and Chandigarh are all well-connected from the airport.

  • Q: 2. How to reach Ladakh by road?

    Ans:

    Ladakh can be reached from two directions: Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh. The Zoji La high mountain pass links Ladakh and Kashmir on the National Highway 1. The Leh-Manali Highway, which runs through Himachal Pradesh, links Ladakh to this neighbouring state. Srinagar, in Kashmir, is 419 kilometres away, while Manali, in Himachal Pradesh, is 473 kilometres away.

  • Q: 3. What is the best time to visit Ladakh?

    Ans:

    You can visit Ladakh anytime you want, although the tourist season begins in May and continues all the way to September.

  • Q: 4. What is the climate in Ladakh?

    Ans:

    Ladakh's summer season starts in April and continues until June. This time of year, the lowest temperature is 5°C, which only occurs in April. The temperature will rise to as high as 25°C after that month.

    In Ladakh, the monsoon season begins in July and continues until September, with a minimum temperature of 10 degrees Celsius.

    The skies are blue much of the time, the weather is good, and it's an ideal time for sightseeing, adventure, and other Ladakh events.

    Ladakh's winter season begins in late October and continues until February, with temperatures as low as -10°C. Around this season, there is a lot of snow, which triggers a lot of road closures.

  • Q: 5. Is it safe to visit Ladakh?

    Ans:

    Yes, visiting Ladakh is completely safe; however, if you are medically ill, you can contact your doctor before going.

  • Q: 7. What are the best things to do in Ladakh?

    Ans:

    Ladakh is an adventurer's dream come true. It has some fantastic hiking and trekking routes, as well as lofty mountains for mountaineering, raging rivers for river rafting, and incredible roads.

  • Q: 8. Where to stay in Ladakh?

    Ans:

    The city of Leh has the most hotels and resorts to choose from. In Leh, heritage hotels, homestays, and even small hostels are available as lodging options.

  • Q: 9. What is the ideal duration for Ladakh trip?

    Ans:

    To enjoy Ladakh to its fullest, a 5-8 day trip is suggested.

  • Q: 10. What is special about Leh Ladakh?

    Ans:

    Ladakh is quite popular for its bright mountains and longing valleys. All of which makes it a hot favorite amongst travelers. Some top-notch places for trekking and camping include Tso Moriri, Stok Kangri, Chadar, and Markha Valley