Ladakh, the land of high passes, greets you with its breathtaking landscapes, serene monasteries, and ambience like no other.

Around 50km (30 miles) southeast of the region’s capital, Leh, Takthok is the only monastery in Ladakh that belongs to the oldest school of Tibetan Buddhism with direct links to Padmasambhava.

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