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Thonde Monastery




Thonde Monastery is set along the foot of the hill at Thonde in Leh District of Jammu and Kashmir. It lies around 7 km from Karsha. The gompa houses the image of Shakyamuni Buddha and other statues. The ancient murals and other arts of the monastery are awe-inspiring.

For local transport, taxis and jeeps are available from Padum and Zangla.

[Source (121) 08-June-2005]



Updated on 8th June, 2005
District: Leh

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