Namgyal Tsemo Monastery (gompa) is a Buddhist monastery in Leh town of Ladakh in India and is located at the highest point of the town on a hilltop. Tsemo Castle (Fort) is on a hilltop while Tsemo Monastery is just below it. Tsemo Castle is located just above the Leh Palace.
Tsemo Castle (Fort) and Tsemo monastery is visible from all parts of Leh town. Tsemo can be seen from old bazaar, new market, main market, Shanti Stupa, airport, Changspa, Spituk and everywhere. Tsemo is reachable by road, taking a short turn from Leh-Khardungla pass road. Many visitors find it convenient to climb up from Leh palace. It is just 5 minutes steep uphill climb from Leh Palace.
The Tsemo Monastery was founded by King of Ladakh Tashi Namgyal in 1430. The monastery houses ancient manuscripts and frescoes and a three-storey high gold statue of Maitreya Buddha. Most parts of the Tsemo Fort are now ruins but it is photographers’ delight to reach here and capture some breathtaking panoramic views of the Leh town and surrounding mountain ranges.
How to reach Tsemo Castle and Tsemo Monastery
Tsemo Castle and Tsemo Monastery is easily approachable by road, off the Leh-Khardungla pass road. Or it can be reached after a 5 minutes uphill climb from Leh Palace. It is a popular landmark of Leh city and can be seen from every part of the city.
Best time to visit Tsemo Castle and Tsemo Monastery
Tsemo Castle and Tsemo Monastery being located comfortably in Leh city, it can be visited round the year.
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