An ancient monastery above the Srinagar–Leh road, where Buddhist heritage, weathered cliffs and the great rock-carved Maitreya meet.
About the place
Mulbekh Monastery rises above a historic settlement along the old route between Kashmir and Ladakh.
The surrounding landscape is known for its Buddhist heritage and monumental rock-carved Maitreya figure, while the hilltop monastery recalls the caravans that once travelled through this mountain corridor.
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