Yarma Gompa holds historical importance as part of a network of ancient Buddhist centers spread across the Gya-Miru belt. These remote monasteries helped preserve Buddhist teachings and culture through centuries of political and environmental changes. The monastery is known to be associated with the early propagation of Tibetan Buddhism in Ladakh and remains a place of learning and contemplation for monks in the region.
Architecture
- The monastery is built in traditional Ladakhi style using mud, stone, and wood
- It features a small assembly hall with painted walls depicting deities and sacred motifs
- The main prayer room houses ancient thangkas, a revered statue of Guru Rinpoche, and butter lamps
- Simple yet spiritually charged, the structure harmonizes with the barren mountain backdrop
- Mani walls and chortens mark the approach path, enhancing the sacred ambiance
