Matho Temple, Ladakh

Matho temple is located at a distance of 26 km to the south-east of Ladakh on the opposite bank of the River Indus. There is a monastery, which belongs to the Saskya Order. Matho temple were founded by a Lama Dugpa Dorje before five hundred years ago. Shrines and sacred temple are mainly devoted to the guardian deity are to be seen there. Matho Nagrang festival takes place every year during the month of 14th and 15th day of first Tibetan month. Monks from different monastery perform sacred dances and two oracles known as the Rongtsan make their appearance.