Likir (the Naga-Encircled) around 53km west of Leh belongs to the Gelukspa Order. The Alchi Monastery is also a branch of Lekir. Lama Durwang Chosje founded this monastery in 1065 A.D. during the reign of king Lhachen Gyalpo, which was named 'Klu-Khil-GA-Ladan-Dar-Rgyas-Ling' and a monastic festival, Likir Dosmochey takes place on the 28th & 29th day, of the 12th month of Tibetan calendar.