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Basgo Monastery, Ladakh.

This splendid monastery is 40 km away from Leh and is nestled on top of the cliffs in Basgo of Leh district, Ladakh. Basgo comprises a dark red base and sky-high temples on the steep trails. The wonders of the edifice boast of Maitreya temples, mural paintings, ancient architecture styles, and exotic surroundings. The three temples, Chamba Lhakhang, Cham Chung, and Chamba Serzang, are painted with the Central Tibetan elements and style.

There are a plethora of activities to do at Basgo. Starting from the base, the temples are situated in ascending order. To explore the premises, you will have to hike a bit and stop by every spot. If you are an art or history fanatic, explore the ancient library or the mural paintings present at the monastery. Also, meditation is quite prominent at the Basgo Monastery. You can stop by and indulge in spiritual practices. Basgo has a cold climatic condition. The best time to visit the monastery is from April to June. The weather will be pleasant and the routes will be clear. 

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