Stok Palace Museum Leh is housed in the Stok Palace and serves as the home of Ladakh’s royal dynasty. Lama Lhawang Lotus founded the monastery in the 14th century. Guests may explore several 16th century royal relics such as royal crowns, copper coins, precious stones, jewellery, heirlooms, and prayer instruments. Guests get to learn about Ladakh’s legacy. Plan a vacation to Ladakh and enjoy the incredibly beautiful cold desert while staying in our Luxury hotel in Ladakh.
The Royal Palace Museum is worth a visit. It is a display piece for royal thangkas, the king’s crown, gowns, money, peraks adorned with turquoise and lapis lazuli, and religious artefacts. A little distance away, the Lama Lhawang Lotus monastery has some ritual mask dance (Guru Tseschu) held on the 9th and 10th day of the First month of the Tibetan calendar.
Thangkas depict the teachings and life of Lord Buddha. Stok Palace Museum Leh is located across the Choglamsar Bridge, about 15 kilometres from Leh. The museum contains diverse collections of images of the queen and her contacts with prominent people such as Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi. Thangkas depict Lord Buddha’s life and teachings.
The Gurphug and Spituk monasteries are unique representations of Buddhist culture. Every year in the month of the Tibetan Lunar Calendar, the Guru Tsechu Festival is held, and all of the people participate in various activities. The view from the Leh Stok Palace Museum is spectacular, since it is surrounded by barley fields and farmhouses. The Stok Palace Museum Leh is open to the public from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Guests can explore the incredible collections of handicrafts and other intriguing objects.
During the Guru Tsechu competition, which takes place on the ninth and tenth days of the first month according to the Tibetan Lunar Calendar, ritual masquerades are staged yearly, with the active involvement of the local population. Mediaeval standard framework exposed to the latest departure has resulted in an amazing piece of Buddhist art work. Plan your trip to Ladakh and explore the magnificent cold desert while staying in our Luxury hotel in Ladakh.
Ladakh is a warm and hospitable mountain city that awaits your visit. When you arrive by bus or air, you will be greeted with spectacular panoramic views of snow-capped mountains, mediaeval palaces, and Buddhist stupas.
An ultimate guide to explore Ladakh provides information on how to get there, the finest activities, where to dine, and where to stay in Ladakh.
