About Diskit
Located slightly off the little hamlet of Khalsar, Diskit is among the larger villages in Nubra Valley. The apricot plantations in this region are also a major attraction for tourists. The 350 year old Diskit Gompa is the largest and oldest monastery in the Nubra valley. The monastery belongs to the Gelugpa sect of Tibetian Buddhism. The monastery was founded by Changzem Tserab, disciple of the founder of Gelugpa, Tsong Khapa.
In the prayer hall of the monastery, there is a statue of Maitreya Buddha, images of guardian deities, and a huge drum. On an elevated cupola is a fresco depicting the Tashilhunpo Monastery of Tibet.
Diskit has a few hotels and guest houses with very basic facilities. Local people also rent out rooms. Most campers prefer staying with locals as it is more comfortable. Tourists can enjoy the view of the snow-peaked mountains from the banks of the stream that runs through the village. Tourists should not miss out spending a night or two in the camp. They can enjoy a pollution-free, star studded sky, which seem magnified due to the altitude. Look out for a shooting star which leaves behind a shimmering trail and let the gurgle of the river lull you to sleep!!
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Top 10 Places to Visit in Diskit
Lachung Temple, Jammu and Kashmir
2.3 km from Diskit - See map
Lachung Temple is the oldest Buddhist temple in the Nubra valley. Though a very small temple, it has a lot of historical and religious...
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Diskit Monastery, Jammu and Kashmir
2.3 km from Diskit - See map
The 14th century, Diskit Monastery located on a hillock above the flood plains of Shyok River in village of Diskit in Nubra valley. Apart from...
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Hunder, Jammu and Kashmir
11.4 km from Diskit - See map
A beautiful but remote village, Hunder is the oasis to the cold desert that Nubra valley is. Though the area surrounding Hunder is arid and...
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Zamskhang Palace, Jammu And Kashmir
33.9 km from Diskit - See map
The Zamskhang Palace was the former residence of the king of Nubra. Now only the burnt remains can be seen. Interestingly, the place is surrounded...
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Samstanling Gompa, Jammu and Kashmir
33.9 km from Diskit - See map
The Samstanling Gompa or Samtem Ling Gompa was built in the early 19th century by Lama Tsultims Nima. The monastery is located in the remote...
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Hemis National Park, Jammu and Kashmir
*39.7 km from Diskit - See map
Located on the west bank of the Indus, in beautiful eastern Ladakh region of Jammu and Kashmir State, Hemis National Park is the largest national...
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Markha Valley, Jammu and Kashmir
*46.1 km from Diskit - See map
Markha valley is a hugely popular trekking destination. It is definitely not for the faint-hearted. The terrain is treacherous, but the brave will...
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Yarab Tso Lake, Jammu And Kashmir
47.8 km from Diskit - See map
Far from mainstream tourism, the Yarab Tso Lake is close to Panamik. The Yarab Tso, considered sacred, holds crystal clear water and is situated...
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Panamik, Jammu and Kashmir
54.3 km from Diskit - See map
Near the Siachen glacier about 150 km north of Leh, Panamik in the Nubra valley is the last civilian settlement before the Siachen base camp and...
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Ensa Gompa, Nubra Valley, Jammu and Kashmir
61.8 km from Diskit - See map
Perched high above the valley is a small but equally beautiful monastery of Ensa Gompa. This ancient monastery is being expanded. Whole the...
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Khardung La Pass, Jammu And Kashmir
76.8 km from Diskit - See map
Khardung La Pass or Khardungla Top enjoys the coveted distinction of being the World's Highest Motorable Pass, but that title may be disputed....
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Wari La Pass, Jammu and Kashmir
82.5 km from Diskit - See map
Wari La Pass is a 5,250m (17,300 ft.) high mountain pass and is the highest pass in Nubra Valley and 4th highest in the world. Travelling the Wari...
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