Maitreya Temple

Located 25 Km south of Leh in J&K Maitreya Temple is a holy shrine.

Maitreya Temple, Thiksey, Leh, Jammu & Kashmir

Maitreya Temple is located in Thiksey, 25km south of Leh in Jammu & Kashmir. The temple was inaugurated by the Dalai Lama in 1980. It enshrines a colossal 14m high gold-faced statue of Lord Buddha. The deity is seen seated in a lotus position. Murals made by the monks from Lingshet Gompa in Zanskar that depict scenes form Maitreya`s (Lord Buddha`s) life are conserved in the temple. Thiksey Festival, celebrated in the Thiksey Monastery is a major attraction. Maitreya Temple can be reached from Ladakh by road.

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