Temple · Buddhist
Hemis Monastery
Guru Padmasambhava·17th century re-establishment·Ladakh
Ladakh's largest and wealthiest Buddhist monastery, famous for its annual festival and its spectacular location in a hidden valley.
Dedicated to
Guru Padmasambhava
Period
17th century re-establishment
Hours
Open daily; festival dates vary according to the Tibetan calendar.
Neighborhood
Hemis
Hemis Monastery is a major spiritual anchor in Ladakh and the headquarters of the Drukpa lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. Re-established in the 17th century, the monastery is known for its giant copper-gilt statue of Lord Buddha, ancient thangkas, and its impressive assembly hall. It is most famous for the Hemis Festival, held in early summer, featuring colorful cham (masked dances) that celebrate the birth of Guru Padmasambhava.
Folio II
Iconography & Detail
Folio III
Situation
Coda