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Basgo Monastery in Leh
Namgyal Hill, Leh
Distance from Leh : 40 km;
Time to Reach from Leh : 0 h, 55 m
Basgo Monastery is the Buddhist monastery that is situated near Leh. This was actually a residential building built for the Namgyal rulers in the year 1680. Later it was turned into a political and cultural center and this monastery is located on the top over the ruins of the ancient town. This gompa is famous for its Buddha statue and murals.
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