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Shey Monastery
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India

Shey Monastery

Ladakh
Altitude
4200m
Best time
May to October — dry season, pleasant weather
Country
India
This is a photo of ASI monument number (Photo: Kmohankar / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikime
This is a photo of ASI monument number (Photo: Kmohankar / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikime
This is a photo of ASI monument number (Photo: Kmohankar / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikime
This is a photo of ASI monument number (Photo: Kmohankar / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikime
Chortens at Shey Palace, Ladakh, India - Eight different kinds of Chortens (Phot
Chortens at Shey Palace, Ladakh, India - Eight different kinds of Chortens (Phot

About this sacred site

Shey Monastery is a significant Gelug monastery in Ladakh, known for its stunning architecture and beautiful murals. The monastery is home to a large statue of the Maitreya Buddha and is an important center of Buddhist learning and culture. It is also famous for its annual festivals and rituals.

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May to October — dry season, pleasant weather
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