Diskit Monastery and Maitreya Buddhaदिस्किट मठ और मैत्रेय बुद्ध
The main monastery of Nubra, with a 32 metre Maitreya statue.
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Nubra and Shyok
Nubra and Shyok
Best time to visit15 May to 30 September
Good seasonsSummer (March to May), Monsoon (June to September)
DifficultyEasy
Height3144 m above sea level
Time needed2 hrs
Base and nearbyDiskit, Nubra
EntryPermit and entry fees
About Diskit Monastery and Maitreya Buddha
The oldest and largest monastery in the Nubra valley, set on a hill, founded in the 14th century. A 32 metre statue of Maitreya Buddha beside it overlooks the valley and the road to Hunder. The view from the top over the Shyok river and the sand dunes is spectacular, especially at sunrise.
What to see and do
- 14th century monastery
- 32 metre Maitreya Buddha
- Hill view of the Shyok valley
- Sunrise views
- Near Hunder dunes
Part of Ladakh and Karakoram.
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- Panamik Hot SpringsNubra, Ladakh · Villages & Hidden GemsA village with a hot spring in the north of Nubra.
- TurtukNubra, Ladakh · Villages & Hidden GemsA Balti village near the border, with orchards and old houses.
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