Leh-Ladakh is a land like no other. Bounded by two of the world’s mightiest
mountain ranges, the Great Himalaya and the Karakoram, it lies athwart
two other, the Ladakh range and the Zanskar range. Visiting Leh Ladakh can be a great experience as these
places have a bounty of natural beauty. It is said that only in
Ladakh can a man sitting in the sun with his feet in the shade suffer from
sunstroke and frostbite at the same time. The place holds so many surprises
together that one can’t help but be awed. Don’t believe our words? Have a look
yourself on 10 places to visit in Leh Ladakh!
Without a doubt, Zanskar valley is one of the
best places to visit in Leh Ladakh. It is amongst the most desolate places in
the Himalayan range. The steep terrains covered with snow reflect the heavenly skies.The
tributaries of the Zanskar River are famous for seasonal white
river rafting.
Best
Time to Visit: Zanskar
is best visited between June to September when the road is clear of the snow.
It’s closed for a significant time due to extreme snowfall and winter.
2. Pangong Tso Lake –The Azure Lake from 3 Idiots
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Remember the breathtakingly beautiful lake from 3 Idiots where Chatur lost it all? It’s the Pangong-Tso Lake that traverses the boundary international boundary to stretch from India to Bhutan. The lake offers awesome site for camping and is the current hotspot for all people traveling to Ladakh. The rules do not allow boating on Pangong-Tso Lake but when the lake freezes in the winters, if you’re feeling too brave, you might want to ice skate at just the bank of the lake.
Best Time to Visit: June to September is the best time to travel to Pangong Tso
3. Tso Moriri Lake: Whereyou can stay forever
The place is a
canvas coloured with the blue-white skies, blue-green mountains with white
tops, the calm blue water of the lake and lush green pastures. Who needs any
place better than this? The Tso Moriri lake is probably not as famous as the
Pangong Lake but it is still a must place to visit in Leh Ladakh for anyone
taking a trip in this
region.
4. Khardungla pass -Highest MotorableRoad in the World
Khardungla Pass is a gateway which leads to Nubra
and Shyok valleys. While this might not be a typical tourist attraction Leh
Ladakh, it is definitely amongst the must visit places to visit in and around
Leh Ladakh for adventure junkies. Managed by the Border Roads Organization,
Kardung-la Pass is the gateway to the north and one of the most difficult yet
thrilling passes to ride on.
Best time to visit: The
best time to visit Khardung-La pass is during the summer season, between May to
September.
5. NubraValley – A Desert among the snowy hills
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A desert is probably the last thing one expects
while planning a trip to Ladakh but
there it is. The sand dunes of the Nubra Valley offer
the tourists a very much Arabian Nights like experience. The famous two-humped camels are
also found in the region and are often the highlight of the trip for those
interested in animals. The origin of the desert is supposed to be from the Tethis Sea from
the depths of which the Himalayas are said to have risen.
6. Spituk Gompa: Monastery at the hilltop
Ladakh is
known as the land of the monks and monasteries and rightly so. Spituk is one of
the many monasteries in the region. This is famous for its
beautifully carved location at the top of a hill. With nearby mountains
being much taller, the location is not exactly a vantage point but the view
from the monastery is still pretty amazing. The winds at the night however may
chill you to the bones.
Ladakh is
known as the land of the monks and monasteries and rightly so. Spituk is one of
the many monasteries in the region. This is famous for its
beautifully carved location at the top of a hill. With nearby mountains
being much taller, the location is not exactly a vantage point but the view
from the monastery is still pretty amazing. The winds at the night however may
chill you to the bones.
7. Magnetic Hill – Defy Gravity
One of the best places to visit in Leh Ladakh is the Magnetic Hill. The
science behind the phenomenon is unknown but it has been observed that if you
leave your vehicle at the base of the hill with the brakes unlocked, it will
start moving uphill slowly on its own. Magic? Definitely not. It’s simply the
superpowers you get when you reach this place.
8. Zanskar River – Toprafting destinations in India
The white waters of the mountain rivers in Ladakh including
Zanskar are considered to be one of the best
rafting destinations in India. However, do not be fooled by the
fact that it is only done in summers. The water will still be cold enough to
freeze you should you fall in. Only if you’re planning to have some extreme
adventure sports in Ladakh, should you take up this ride down the river.
9. HemisNational Park – dream destination for wildlife enthusiasts and
Bird Watchers
Hemis National Park has the
distinction of being the largest national park in South Asia. The park is
protected home for endangered mammals like leopards, Asiatic ibex, Tibetan
wolf, the Eurasian brown bear and the red fox. For nature lovers and bird
watchers, this has to be on your list of places to see in Ladakh. Snow Leopard is
a specialty of the area; although you might not want to meet it in person in
the wild.
10. Shanti Stupa - The spectacularview at night
What better place to invoke some
thoughts from within than this? Located on a hill in Chanspa, Leh, the Shanti
Stupa is one of the most magnificent and peaceful Buddhist monuments you could
possibly see in the extreme north of India. Take the steep slights to reach the
Stupa that offers beautiful sunrise and sunset views.
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