Over 33 more monks visit the monastery regularly for prayers ... At an elevation of 14,674 ft, the Indian Astronomical Observatory at Hanle is the second highest optical telescope in the world.

Over 33 more monks visit the monastery regularly for prayers ... At an elevation of 14,674 ft, the Indian Astronomical Observatory at Hanle is the second highest optical telescope in the world.

Why Visit Hanle? Besides its pristine, pollution-free environment, Hanle is home to the world’s highest astronomical observatory, offering a clear view of the cosmos. The combination of a clean ...

observatory, the world's highest imaging Cherenkov telescope, located at an altitude of over 4,300 meters in Hanle. This observatory underscores India's advancements in space and cosmic-ray ...

The trans-Himalayan village of Hanle - a cluster of six hamlets on the roof of the world in Ladakh, India - has been declared a Dark Sky Reserve, a designated area protected from light pollution.