Dhankar Monastery & Dhankar Lake
Ancient spirituality and high-altitude serenity in Spiti Valley.
🕉️ Dhankar Monastery
🏔️ Dhankar Lake
🥾 Short Trek
📸 Scenic Views
🌌 Spiti Valley
Dhankar Monastery and Dhankar Lake together form one of the most spiritually significant and visually dramatic locations in Spiti Valley.
Perched dramatically on a cliff overlooking the confluence of the Spiti and Pin rivers, Dhankar was once the capital of the Spiti kingdom.
Dhankar Monastery – Cliff-Top Heritage
- Ancient Gompa: Over 1,000 years old.
- Strategic Location: Built on a sheer cliff.
- Buddhist Art: Murals, scriptures, and statues.
- Panoramic Views: Spiti–Pin river confluence.
Dhankar Lake – High-Altitude Trek
- Altitude: ~4,270 meters above sea level.
- Trek Distance: ~2 km one way from monastery.
- Difficulty: Moderate (short but steep).
- Experience: Quiet alpine lake with mountain reflections.
Distance & Travel Time
- Dhankar to Kaza: ~32 km | 1.5 hrs
- Tabo to Dhankar: ~25 km | 1 hr
- Manali to Dhankar: ~250 km | Seasonal route
Best Time to Visit
June–September: Best weather for monastery visit and lake trek.
May & October: Fewer crowds, colder conditions.
- 🕔 Recommended Duration: Half to full day
- ❄️ Weather: Cold and windy, even in summer
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