BASGO

Basgo is among the highly coveted historical towns that can be visited during any Leh Ladakh tour. The capital of the Lower Ladakh, this ancient town is a testinomy to the rich and diverse history of the entire Ladakh Valley, and hold a prominent place in spreading the essence of Buddhism in the valley.

Located only 33km away from Leh, Ladakh’s capital city, Basgo can be visited while on the way to Lamayuru. Most of the Leh Ladakh tour packages that takes the visitors to Lamayuru, offers a visit to this historic town.

Tourist Attractions in Basgo

Basgo Monastery:

BazgoGompa or the Basgo Monastery is the primary attraction of Basgo. Tucked away amidst fascinating rugged mountain trails, this pious monastery is around 7km from the heart of Basgo, and is a treasure trove for the religious as well as history enthusiasts. Once a revered fortress, it seats on a hilltop and showcases the architectural brilliance of the Tibetan culture. Believed to be built somewhere between 16th or 17th century, Basgo Monastery has three temples within its main complex, one of which is dedicated to the Maitreya Buddha.

Basgo Castle:

Also known as ‘BasgoRabtanLhartsekhar’, the BasgoCaslte sits on atop a clay hill, and is one of the prime attractions in Basgo. Steeped with history, this glorious castle was built DharmarajaJamyangNamgyal and his son SingayNamgyal. A three-storeyed clay statue of Maitryea Buddha and the tombstone of DharmarajaSingeyNamgyal are the main attractions of this historic castle.