Home to a towering 32-meter-tall Jampa Buddha statue, Diskit Monastery belongs to the Gelugpa (Yellow Hat) sect. The ...

The 350-year-old Diskit Monastery is very popular. This place is a famous Buddhist monastery. The cold desert between Diskit and Hundur are another attraction for tourists. How to Cycle From ...

Known for its towering 32m Maitreya Buddha statue, Diskit Monastery provides jaw-dropping valley views and is the venue for the lively Dosmoche festival every year.

Seven km from Diskit which is known for its Buddhist monastery, Nubra has acquired fame for its sand dunes, the cold desert that surrounds it, Bactrian camels and its breath-taking natural beauty.