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Hemis Festivals
Hemis is the biggest and most famous of the
monastic festivals, frequented by tourists and local
alike. It falls in late June or the first half of July,
and is dedicated to Padmasambhava. Every 12 years, the
gompa's greatest treasure, a huge thangka - a religious
icon painted or embroidered on cloth - is ritually
exhibited. The next unveiling is due to take place in A.D.
2004. Other monasteries which have summer festivals are
Lamayuru (also early July), Phiyang (late July or early
August), Tak-thok (about ten days after Phiyang) and
Karsha in Zanskar (11 days after Phiyang). Like Hemis, the
Phiyang festival too involves the exhibition of gigantic
thangka, though here it is done every year.
Cultural Activities:
Cultural Programm, Ladakh Festival Tours in India Visits
to the major Buddhist monasteries, which constitute the
fountainhead of Ladhak’s Buddhist religion and culture and
other cultural, or heritage sites are the principle
tourist attractions of central Ladakh and Zanskar. Most of
the region’s principal Gompas are open throughout the day
and a caretaker lama is available to show visitor around.
Some of the less visited establishments have special
opening hours, as in the case of Namgyal Tsemo, Shey
Palace and Stok Palace.
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Other Attraction
King's Balance
King's balance is a unique spot among the tours to
Hampi. The King's Balance consists of two lofty carved
granite pillars about 15 feet high supporting a stone beam
about 12 feet, provided with three hoops on the underside.
Also known as Tula Bhara or Tula Purushadana, the balance
was used to weigh the kings of Vijayanagara on certain
occasions like solar or lunar eclipse, New years day and
coronation day against precious diamonds, gems, gold,
silver, etc. and distribute them to the Brahmins.
Lotus Mahal
A synthesis of the Hindu and Muslim styles of
architecture. High on aesthetics, this elegant structure
has two levels, with open pavilions at the bottom and
balconies above. Lotus Mahal derives its name from its
beautiful, geometrically arranged cusped arches that
resemble the petals of a flower opening to the sun.
How to Reach
By Air: Nearest airport is Bellary, 74 km from the
city of Hampi.
By Train: Nearest railway station is at nearby
Hospet, which in turn is well connected to and from
Bangalore, Bellary, Gadag, Bijapur and Hubli-Dharwar.
By Road: Well linked to Hospet by bus services,
which is 350 km from Bangalore.
Luxury Holiday India offers information on Hemis
Festivals in Ladakh India and online Booking facility
of Hemis Festivals in Ladakh India.
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