Category: Skurbuchan

Travel Tips, Nearby Attractions & Why You Should Visit in Skurbuchan Travel Tips Respect local customs: Dress modestly, ask for permission before photographing people, and observe etiquette in religious sites. Carry cash, as there are no ATMs in the village. Homestays are basic but warm and welcoming — carry personal toiletries, medicines, and power banks. […]

Trekking, Outdoor Activities & Visiting Information of Skurbuchan Trekking & Outdoor Activities Skurbuchan is a starting or stopping point for various cultural and scenic treks in Sham Valley: Skurbuchan to Domkhar via traditional shepherd routes. Day hikes to nearby villages like Achinathang or Sanjak. Short treks to ancient rock art sites, hidden stupas, and ridge […]

Cultural Experiences & Spiritual Significance of Skurbuchan Skurbuchan has long served as a vital center in the lower Indus valley, with historical ties to early Buddhist monastic traditions and later developments under the Ladakhi kings. It is home to a significant Buddhist population that practices the Drikung Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. The village has […]

Activities in Skurbuchan Skurbuchan MonasterySet high on a hill overlooking the village, Skurbuchan Monastery is a spiritual centerpiece for the community. The gompa showcases vibrant murals, traditional Ladakhi woodwork, and serene prayer halls where rituals and teachings take place. It’s especially lively during religious festivals and also functions as a training center for novice monks, […]