Samstanling Monastery

About Samstanling Monastery of Nubra Valley, Ladakh

The Samstanling Monastery is located in Sumur Village in Nubra Valley, en route to Panamik. Samstanling Monastery is a famous tourist attraction in Nubra Valley, and is quite significant for the locals too, as it is the main monastery of the region.

Top Things to see in Samstanling Monastery

Samstanling Monastery was founded by Lama Tsultim Nima almost 140 years ago, and is home to around 50 monks. There are two assemblies inside the monastery, and both of them are adorned with murals, Buddha paintings, 4 heavenly kings & other guardians.

The remoteness of the location adds to the monastery’s aura & mystique. It can also be seen from a distance, with its gold, red & white hues.

The monastery lies beyond a path which is dotted with bushes that are full of berries, while the red flight of steps leading to the monastery’s entrance are lined with prayer flags.