Monuments in Jammu and Kashmir
Famous for: Stunning views at the time of sunrise and sunset
The Stupa is known as 'The Japanese for World Peace' was constructed by a Japanese Buddhist organisation. To commemorate 2500 years of Buddhism and to promote World Peace, the Stupa was ...
Famous for: Magnificent Palace
Built by King Sengge Namgyal in the 17th century, the Leh Palace is a magnificent imposing structure lords over the old town of Leh in Ladakh. Rising from the peak of a granite ridge,...
Famous for: Beautiful monastery with huge statue of Shakyamuni Buddha
Constructed in 1655 by the King Deldon Namgyal, Shey Gompa is a two- storey monastery having a splendid image of seated Lord Buddha. This huge statue of Shakyamuni Buddha is made up of copper sh...
Famous for: A captivating shrine of 11th century
Dukhang is a beautiful and captivating shrine in Ladakh which was said to be constructed by Kal-Dan-Shes-Rab in the 11th century. There are two elaborately carved doorways with carvin...
Famous for: An enchanting stupa
Literally means Peace Pillar, the Shanti Stupa is located above Shangspa in Leh district of Ladakh and was established by a peace sect of Japanese Buddhists. The construction of stupa got starte...
Famous for: Palaces and Art Gallery
Dating back to 1824, Mubarak Mandi Palace was one of the most ancient historic monuments in the state. One could see the monument perfectly constructed in the mix of two architectural styles &nd...