Tsemo Castle

Tsemo Castle (also known as Namgyal Tsemo or Leh Fort complex) is an important religious and historical point in Leh, Ladakh, India. It is located at a walking distance from the Leh Palace. The defensive structure is maintained by Archaeological Survey of India. It is located at the highest point in Leh. ^[1]^[2]^[3]

History

The castle is believed to have been built during the time of Tashi Namgyal (1555-1575).

References

^ "A Short Hike to Tsemo Castle, the Highest Point in Leh". The Off: About Best Himalayan Adventures (TO ABHA). 2014-05-09. Retrieved 2020-03-26.
^ "Ladakh: Leh Palace, Namgyal Tsemo and Soma Gompa". India Travel & Photography Blog. 2009-08-03. Retrieved 2020-03-26.
^ "Tsemo Fort | Leh, India Attractions". Lonely Planet. Retrieved 2020-03-26.

34°10′03″N 77°35′26″E / 34.1675°N 77.5906°E / 34.1675; 77.5906

[:0-1] "A Short Hike to Tsemo Castle, the Highest Point in Leh". The Off: About Best Himalayan Adventures (TO ABHA). 2014-05-09. Retrieved 2020-03-26.

[2] "Ladakh: Leh Palace, Namgyal Tsemo and Soma Gompa". India Travel & Photography Blog. 2009-08-03. Retrieved 2020-03-26.

[3] "Tsemo Fort | Leh, India Attractions". Lonely Planet. Retrieved 2020-03-26.

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