Overview
About Lamayuru
Lamayuru is one of Ladakh's oldest and most spectacular monasteries, set above an eroded lunar landscape that gives the area its 'Moonland' name.
Its ancient gompa, masked festivals and surreal geology make it unforgettable.
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Top Attractions
Lamayuru Gompa
An 11th-century cliff-top monastery.
Moonland Terrain
Eroded, lunar-like rock formations.
Masked Festivals
Vibrant Yuru Kabgyat dances.
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Best Time to Visit
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Getting There
Lamayuru is around 125 km west of Leh on the road to Kargil.
Local Tips
Visit during the Yuru Kabgyat festival (summer) for the dramatic masked dances.
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