|  Hemis Monastery, the biggest and the wealthiest monastery in Ladakh was built by King Senge Namgyal in 1630. Located on the western bank of the Indus River, the monastery boasts of a very wealthy assortment of ancient relics. A large array of items that needs your calm exploration is its copper-gilt statue of the Lord Buddha, numerous gold and silver stupas, sacred thankas and several other exquisite objects. A gigantic gilded image of the Sakyamuni Buddha festooned in blue hair and a statue of Lama Stagsang Raspa is the utmost attraction of Hemis monastery in Ladakh.
Around 40 km southeast of Leh, Hemis is situated in the Ladakh division of Jammu & Kashmir. The Hemis Monastery is also a well liked place to visit as it celebrates an annual festival, known as the Hemis Festival. At the time of the festival the visitors would be glad to see Lamas and laypersons performing a revered dance costumed in century old masks and traditional clothing. Hemis, however, is a best known place for tourists because of its vibrant festival organized in July. It symbolizes numerous gods and demons depicting triumph of good over evil.
How to reach the Hemis Monastery:
By Air: Hemis Monastery is approximately 47 km from Leh, well connected with other major cities of India.
By Rail: The nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi, well linked with other major destination of India.
By Road: Leh is easily accessible by road from Srinagar via Kargil and which provides smooth bus services to Hemis Monastery.
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