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Maitreya Temple




Maitreya Temple is located at Thiksey, 25 km south of Leh in Jammu and Kashmir. The temple was inaugurated by the Dalai Lama in 1980. The temple enshrines a gigantic 14 m high gold faced Buddha. The deity is seen seated in the lotus position.

Murals made by the monks from Lingshet Gompa in Zanskar which depict the scenes from Maitreya's life are preserved in the temple.

Thiksey Festival, celebrated in the Thiksey Monastery is a major attraction.

Maitreya Temple can be approached from Ladakh by road.



Updated on 7th June, 2005
District: Leh
Location: Thiksey    

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