Thiksey Monastery Latest News
Recently, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor visited the historic Thiksey Monastery in Ladakh.
About Thiksey Monastery
- Location: It is one of the largest and most prominent monastic complexes located in central Ladakh.
- It was founded in 1433 which belongs to the Gelug sect.
- It was founded by Spon Palden Sherab with his Master Jangsem Sherab Zang (the founder of Gelugpa school of Tibetan Buddhism).
- The structure and architecture of Thiksey resembles the Potala Palace of Lhasa, Tibet.
Features of Thiksey Monastery
- Architectural uniqueness: The twelve storey complex resembles the Potala Palace of Lhasa and is one of the most visually striking monasteries in India.
- It is also home to a 15-metre-high statue of Maitreya Buddha, installed in the 1980s.
- Cultural assets: It houses stupas, statues, thangkas, wall paintings and ancient artifacts showcasing Buddhist artistic richness.
- An annual festival held in the monastery precincts is known as the Gustor ritual, which is held from the 17th to 19th day of the ninth month of the Tibetan calendar (October–November).
- Religious Role: Thiksey functions as a major centre for monastic education and spiritual training in Ladakh.
Source: DD India
Last updated on August, 2026
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