Sacred Temple & Shrine
Diskit Monastery & 106-Foot Maitreya Buddha
Oldest and largest Buddhist monastery in Nubra Valley crowned by a colossal 32-meter gilded Buddha blessing the Shyok River
Plan your visit
- Hours
- 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Entry
- ₹30 Entry
- Time needed
- 2 Hours
- Best time
- 08:00 AM or 05:00 PM for golden mountain light
Local tip
The base of the statue contains a hall holding a collection of teachings and statues of Naropa.
About
Diskit Monastery & 106-Foot Maitreya Buddha is one of the most celebrated landmarks of Nubra Valley, Ladakh. Oldest and largest Buddhist monastery in Nubra Valley crowned by a colossal 32-meter gilded Buddha blessing the Shyok River.
Location
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