A 22 Meter High Statue Of Gautam Buddha Sits In Stok Village Of The Indian State Of Ladakh |

Stoke Village: A 14th-century village, Stoke is known for its library, which has 108 volumes of Kangyur. There is a statue of Gautam Buddha 22 meters high near the monastery. Located 14 km southwest of Leh in the state of Ladakh, Stok was the seat of the former rulers of Ladakh. 

Also famous for its 14th-century Buddhist monastery, Stok also attracts a lot of trekkers as it serves as the gateway to many high-altitude trekking trails in the Himalayas. Stok Situated in a beautiful location surrounded by the Skangri range, Markha, and Indus valleys, Stoke is a visual treat for the visitors.

The village of Stok was the former throne of the Ladakhi royal family. Stok Mahal was built about two hundred years ago by King Tsepal Tondup Namgyal after the Sikh general Zorawar Singh foray at Leh. A scion of the royal family still lives in the palace. IN The museum inside the palace Displays artifacts that tell the visitors about the lives of the royals of Ladakh, their history, currency, and weapons.

The 14th-century Stok village above the palace was founded by Lama Lhawang Lotus and the monasteries follow the Gelugpa (Yellow Hat) sect of Buddhism. The monastery has an assembly hall, a courtyard, a verandah, a temple, a courtyard, and a library. There are many reasons why Stoke Monastery attracts visitors, including non-Buddhists.

Ancient paintings on the wall include images of Vajrapani, Avalokiteshvara, Skymuni (the Historic Buddha), Tara (the Savior), Nangyalma, and Aamchi (The Medicine Buddha). The monastery's library contains 108 volumes of Buddha's teachings.

Stok Guru Tsechu Festival.

Held in the month of February, just a week before Matho Nagrang, the Stok Guru Tsechu festival is a 2-day festival where the month of Spituk and Stok monasteries participate in the festivities, performing mask dances. During the festival, 2 oracles go to the monasteries. These oracles are actually ordinary men from the same village arranged by the monks to receive the souls of the gods.

The Stok Guru Tsechu festival is a great crowd puller festival. Everyone is allowed to be a part of the celebration. Dance, music, and festive food make the festival a memorable event.

The various festivals of Ladakh provide a unique opportunity to explore the rich cultural and traditional landscape of the region. Various festivals take place during the year starting in February–March, with the Guru Tsechu festival in the form of Stok and the Matho Nagrang festival in Matho. Hemis festival in June and Naropa festival in September are some of the biggest festivals. As guests of the royal family, you may be given special admission and get a chance to have a more intimate experience at these festivals.

Tourist Attractions In Stok Village.

• Gautama Buddha Statue

• Thiksay monastery

• Shanti Stupa

• Leh Palace

• Stok Kangri

• Spituk Gompa

• Shey Palace

• Phyang Gompa

• Namgyal Tsemo

• Stakna Gompa

There are plenty of attractions that you can enjoy while you are visiting the Stok Monastery, including the Gautama Buddha statue, which stands some 71 feet and is in the nearby temple. There are plenty of treks to be enjoyed in the region when you stay here, such as along the Stok Kangri mountain range in the Indus and Markha valleys. Also, when you are here you can enjoy being with the locals as there is no place to stay in the palace or even in the monastery. The locals in the village are more than happy to stay in your homes or you can book some tents, which are popular in summer.

How To Reach Stok village.

The best way to reach Stoke Village is to take a flight, train, or bus to Leh. From Leh, you can take an auto to the palace or monastery where you can walk around the area. You should ensure that you have a return journey or that you have booked a car or other means of transport to go back home. You'll need to plan yours in advance so that you can make time to come back, especially if you haven't booked a room to stay.

Best Time To Visit Stok Village.

If you are thinking of visiting Stoke Village, you must know the best time to enjoy the area. It is a festival which is held in February and March and is one of the most popular festivals in the region. The ideal months to visit the area start in May and end in October.