SHANG GOMPA

Just an hour's stroll from Hemis Monastery lies Shang Gompa, a charming, compact sanctuary celebrated for its serene ambiance. Alongside its picturesque setting, the monastery is famed for its exquisite artwork, featuring depictions of various deities embellished with diamonds, lotuses, and intricate ornamentations. Include a visit to Shang Gompa in your Leh Ladakh packages to experience its tranquility and artistic splendor.

The serene Shang Gompa is a welcome sight amidst the Himalayas' harsh landscape. The chanting of the monks, the fresh crisp air of the mountains, and the incredible beauty of the monastery makes it popular among the tourists. The monastery also houses a number of exquisite paintings depicting various deities dressed in silk robes and Tiger skins & adorned with diamonds, lotus flowers, human skulls and swords.

Highlights

• Admire the stunning artwork that adorns the walls of the Shang Gompa, each one telling a story of its own
• Take in the beauty of the monastery’s fantastic location, far away from the bustle of Leh’s busy life
• Enjoy the mesmerizing trek that leads one to the beautiful Shang Gompa from the Hemis Monastery

How To Reach

The only way to reach Shang Gompa is via a one-hour trek from the Hemis monastery. Hemis is well connected to Leh via road. Both major highways in the circuit- the Srinagar-Leh Highway and the Manali-Leh Highway- can be accessed to travel to Hemis.

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Best Time To Visit

The best time to visit Shang Gompa would be during the evening hours, ideally during sunset. This way, one can not only enjoy a tour of the monastery, but also enjoy a stunning sunset view from the vantage point. 

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