Tourist Attractions of Ladakh
Ladakh At a soaring height of 11,562 feet, Ladakh is the bridge between the sky and the earth. Here,forces of nature conspired to render a landscape of magical dream and moonscape. The lunarlandscape of Ladakh is defined by barren cliff, stark valleys, high altitude lakes and craggyplateaus. Ladakh, popularly known as ‘Land of endless discover‘.
Leh The second largest district of India, a wide place of snow covered mountains,pure rivers and mesmerizing landscapes with the various sightseeing places like shanti stupa,magnetic hill etc and equality of worship for people belong to all religion starting from Buddhistmonasteries to chamba temple to Jamamasjid to Gurudwara pathar sahib.
Kargil Its usually called Land of Martyr’s. it became renowned after the 1999 war against terrorism in Kashmir. 215 KM From Leh
Zanskar separates Kinnaur District from Spiti in Himachal Pradesh. The highest peaks of Himachal are in Zanskar. It is also known for highest Motor able passes in India. 416 KM From Leh
Nubra Valley Most of the Nubra Valley is like a cold desert ,but blood apples, walnuts, apricots, almonds areoften seen in commonly irrigated villages 150 KM From Leh
Thiskey Monastery Built in the mid of 1500 century.Monastery of 12 floors based overthe top of the hill. Monastery has thebeautiful statues, beautifully carvedpaintings and swords in it. 20 KM From Leh
Khardung La Extremely famous, highest (5,602 m) and accessible pass for motor biking worldwide and most importantly this pass are connecting India to Siachen glacier. 40 KM From Leh
Likir The old and beautiful monastery built in 11th century then again rebuilt in 18th century has a 25 foot tall, gold covered Buddha statue. 50 KM From Leh
Alchi A village comes under the national heritage placeof having one of the oldest monasteries which inwell maintained condition and situated near thebank of Indus River. 60 KM From Leh
Fotu-La Beautiful pass between Leh and Srinagar and one of the highest mountain between Leh & Kargil. 160 KM From Leh
Pangong Lake Enchanted and captivating lake in the lap ofHimalayas, covering 134 km of area from Indiato Tibet of having rich flora and fauna in it. It’s atreat for soul, mind and body which allows youto seal the moment forever. 200 KM From Leh
Tso Moriri Tsomoriri Wetland Conservation Reserve), islake in the Changthan. The lake is at analtitude of 4,595 m it is the largest of thehigh altitude lakes in the Trans-HimalayanRegion 200 KM From Leh
Zoji-La Pass on the National highway 1 of India and it’s a beautiful link between Ladakh & Kashmir 300 KM From Leh
Facts
Best Time to Visit Summer (June to September) is the best time to visit. The temperature is cool and can go up to 33°C.The skies are usually clear and offer panoramic views of the mountains. The average day temperature ranges from 20° to 30°C.
Where to Stay
- Hotel Lasermo
- The Grand Dragon
- Hotel Asia Ladakh
- Hotel Namgyal Palace
- Hotel Reenam
- www.kashmirtourism.org
- www.triphills.com© www.triphills.com
Things to do
- Motor Biking in khardung la
- Cycling in Khardung la
- Yak Safari in Leh
- Bactrian Camel Safari in Nubra Valley
- Para Gliding in Lamayuru, Stok Kangri, Leh, Thiksey, etc.
- Water rafting and Kayaking Indus River and Zanaskar River
- Mountaineering in Stok Kangri, Mountain Nun and Kun
- Jeep Safari Tours to Suru Valley, Nubra Valley
- Tour to Magnetic Hill
- Trekking and Wildlife Sanctuary
How to Reach
1. By Road
- Srinagar – Leh – 413 KM
- Manali – Leh – 474 K