Introduction
Thiksey Monastery is a Tibetan-style monastery located 20km south of Leh. The main highlight is the Maitreya Temple which houses a 15-metre high Maitreya Buddha statue. It is the largest such statue in Ladakh.
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Distance
13 km from city center
Visit Duration
1-2 hours
Best Time
October - March
Entry Fee
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Type
Religious Site