ABOUT LADAKH
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Hemis Festival: One of the best things to do on a Ladakh trip is seeing the Llamas perform the colorful Chhams. You haven’t felt the spirit and true magnetism of Ladakh if you haven’t seen the dance drama flaunting vibrant clothes and formidable masks. Attend the Hemis Festival of Ladakh Festival to be mesmerized by the colorful dances.
Spot a Snow Leopard: There is nothing as breathtaking as looking at a Snow Leopard seen in only a few places in the entire world. Spot the beautiful animal on the snow leopard trek in one of the popular Ladakh attractions
Try Bactrian camel Safari: Nubra Valley is famous for the Bactrian Camel Safari. These camels are known for their two humps, rather than the one-humped camels usually seen. They were the major mode of transport to travel to silk route. These are now used for the safari in the region is hugely popular among the tourists.
Visit Highest Cafeteria in The World: One of the unique Ladakh attractions is the Maggi point at the highest cafeteria in the world. You may have eaten this noodle everywhere possible, but you have not truly enjoyed it till you savor the 2-minute noodle overlooking the Himalayan ranges at Khardung La Pass, one of the highest motorable passes in the world.
Try Yak Cheese Momos: Absolutely no other part of the country are you going to get the chance to try out cheese made from the milk of Yak. Also called Chhurpi, try it in its local form or as the delicious Yak cheese momos.
Try Hot Butter Tea: You might have had chai on every other place in the country, but when in Ladakh you have to try out the local Butter tea, and if you are in for a good time then try out Chang, the local brew made in a cylindrical porcelain pot by fermenting miller.
Chadar Trek: take the Frozen River trek while holidaying in Ladakh. Being one of the most popular things in Ladakh, the experiences of this trek are spellbinding.
Visit Monasteries: Monasteries in Ladakh are much more than religious centres. Located in heaven that Ladakh is, these famous monasteries are purifying havens where one can find inner peace.
Take a halt at Gurudwara Pathhar Sahib: Gurudwara Pathhar Sahib comes on the way from your travel to Sham Valley from Leh. If you’re in luck and time, you will be able to taste the delicious food from the langar. The place is devoted to Guru Nanak Dev Ji and is a sacred place built beautifully to commemorate his visit to Ladakh.
Shop for Souvenirs: Engage in shopping extravaganza at the Tibetan market, which is a sprawling marketplace in Leh. Get a whole range of affordable items like apparel, accessories, Tibetan jewelry, and more.
Camping at Pangong tso: Pangong lake camps allow you to experience the best of this majestic glacial lake with its ever-changing crystal waters and its serene stillness.
River Rafting: River rafting is a popular activity that all thrill-seekers find quite enticing and to satiate your souls, Ladakh has trails like Phey to Nimmo that will surely blow your mind away.
Stay at Stok Palace: Located within the residential compound of the royal family, this huge museum has only a tiny portion available for tourists. One can find precious artifacts and relics which are heaven if you are a history lover. Other displays include royal seals, jewelry, photographs, and costumes. One can also stay at the Palace as it is one of the heritage hotel get an experience to stay at a place which is residence to the Royal family.
Take a bike trip to Khardungla: Leh to Khardung La trip is a dream come true journey for adventure seekers who wish to take up challenges and nail them in life. This is not only the highest motorable road in the whole world but it is also the most rugged stretch that actually tests the capability of both driver and vehicle. The roads are frequented by river crossings, avalanches, and landslides.
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Pangong Tso Lake: Nestled at an elevation of 4,225 m above sea level, Pangong Tso Lake is situated on the India-China border. This pristine and endorheic lake is 134 km long, which extends from India to China. The prime attraction of the lake is its changing color over the duration of the day and this crystal blue lake offers glimpses of the mighty surrounding peaks in the lake, which is a unique experience.
Thiksey Monastery: Renowned for its resemblance with the Potala Palace in Tibet, Thiksey Monastery is among the most revered sites in Ladakh among Buddhists. The monastic complex was built in the 15th century by Palden Zangpo. It is the largest gompa in central Ladakh and the major attraction of Thiksey Monastery is Maitreya Temple, which was built in 1970 to commemorate the visit of the Dalai Lama in the 14th century.
Sangam Point: Popularly known as Sangam in the Leh region, the confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers is a famous tourist attraction in Leh. Amidst the barren mountains, two of the major rivers of Ladakh merge at a place and offer heavenly views. Nimmu Valley is a place where these two water bodies meet. These two rivers can be easily distinguished owing to their different colors.
Hall of Fame Museum: Constructed by the Indian Army to commemorate the brave Indian martyr soldiers, the Hall of Fame Museum is located in Leh. It stands as a reminder of the great sacrifice of the brave soldiers who laid down their lives to save their country. There are two stories in the museum, which are divided into several sections.
Shanti Stupa: Perched atop a steep hilltop, Shanti Stupa is a stunning white-domed Buddhist monument. It is one of the most religious sites for Buddhists that holds the relics of Buddha that was consecrated by the 14th Dalai Lama. From the Shanti Stupa complex, you can enjoy the bird’s eye view of Leh city and soak in the tranquil aura of the surroundings.
Hemis National Park: This is a protected home to some endangered species including leopard, Asiatic ibex, Tibetan wolf, the Eurasian brown bear, and the red fox. It is famous for Snow Leopard treks during which you can spot Snow Leopard along with other wildlife species. This is among the famous places to visit in Ladakh for adventure enthusiasts. Camping and trekking are popular activities here.
Khardung La Pass: One of the highest motorable roads in the world, Khardung La Pass is perched at an altitude of 5,349 m above sea level. This high-altitude mountain pass connects Leh from the Shyok and Nubra Valleys. Traversing through the highest passes in the world is a unique experience and this excitement is beyond any description. You can enjoy a spectacular view of the snow-capped Himalayas from the top of the pass
Nubra Valley: Popular for its unique landscape and jaw-dropping locales, Nubra Valley is among the top attractions in Ladakh. It is connected with the Leh by Khardung La Pass and offers innumerable experiences. Nubra Valley is known for its cold desert and Bactrian double-humped camels.
Tso Moriri Lake: Located in one of the most beautiful and scenic regions of Ladakh is the Changthang Plateau region, Tso Moriri Lake is an alpine lake nestled at an altitude of 4,522 m above sea level. This ‘Mountain Lake’ is the highest brackish water lake in India lies in the breathtakingly beautiful Rupshu Valley. Tso Moriri is an emerald blue-colored lake, which attracts a range of migratory birds, marmots, and rarely spotted Tibetan wolves.
Magnetic Hill: Also known as ‘Cyclops Hill’, Magnetic Hill is renowned for the phenomenon that defies the law of gravitation. The hill road is downhill and when you park your vehicle in a box there, it seems like the vehicle rolling uphill in the defiance of gravity.
Spituk Gompa: Boasts about religious scriptures, frescos, wall painting, and numerous shrines, Spituk Monastery is also known as Pethup Gompa. This is a perfect place to visit for history buffs and peace-seekers. Here you can meditate and spend some time amidst the tranquil aura of the monastery. It is home to 100 monks who live here, meditate, and learn about Buddhism.
Hemis Monastery: Belongs to the Drukpa lineage, Hemis Monasteries is among the largest monastic institutions in Ladakh. It houses the Mahayoga Tantra School where monks learn about Buddhism. The monastery boasts of vast collections of prehistoric artifacts and relics.
Kargil: Kargil is home to numerous lakes, valleys, mountain passes, and villages. Suru Valley, Pensi La, and Drass are the famous places to visit in Kargil. The major attractions of Kargil are Kargil War Memorial, Mulbekh Monastery, Rangdum Monastery, Drang Drung Glacier, and Hundermand Village where a large number of tourists visit.
WHY VISIT LADAKH?
Scenic Beauty: The place is located on the Himalayan ranges and is surrounded by mountain ranges of Karakoram. The place is always cool no matter when you visit the place. It would be freezing during winter. The rivers in are crystal blue in color and some might be frozen too. You can find backgrounds of Himalayan Mountains with silhouette of monuments and monasteries.
Culture & Festivals: Ladakh has a unique Buddhist culture with impacts from traditional beauties. Over the years, this culture has become an important backbone for tourism. The land’s traditional culture and lifestyle make the cuisine, dressing, dance forms and others. The culture of the land is infused with Tibetan lifestyle that each festival is a unique extravaganza. Top exclusive festivals to try in Ladakh are Losar, Hemis festival, TakTok festival, Saka Dawa festival, YuruKabgyat, Ladakh festival and others.
Mountain Passes: Exploring the mountain passes on a bike is an important activity of Ladakh. This is the most signature activity of Ladakh. Covering the mountain passes challenges the adventure seekers and bike enthusiasts.
Wildlife: The diversity of Ladakh arises from its nature and the wildlife is a part of this beautiful nature. Ladakh holds a beautiful Himalayan nature, untainted by commercialism. Rare birds and animals can be found in their natural habitat rich with Himalayan flora. More than 225 species of animals and birds can be seen in this region. Top animals to spot in Ladakh are snow leopard.
Religious places: you get to wander around ancient monasteries, explore the culture and enjoy the unique architectural beauties. Apart from these, the nature plays an important role in adding peace and tranquility to these religious places. Every year, thousands of people visit Ladakh for pilgrimage activities.
Adventure: Statistically, this is the main reason that drives more than three fourth of the travel population to Ladakh. The geographical wealth and the Himalayan nature gives access to different landscapes, which allow you to enjoy unique adventure activities.
Suggested daily budget – 50-60 EUR / 52-62 USD (Note: This is a suggested budget assuming you’re staying in a hostel, eating out a little, cooking most of your meals, and using local transportation. Using the budget tips below, you can always lower this number. However, if you stay in fancier accommodation or eat out more often, expect this to be higher!)
May to July: Ladakh is by far the most beautiful to look at during the summer season and also the busiest. From around April, tourists already start to migrate to Ladakh to enjoy the last few days of spring in the crisp weather, as the cold fades and snow melts gradually. Also the roads to Ladakh are open both from Srinagar Leh highway and Leh-Manali highway during this time. Also, there is a good amount of snow, especially on the Leh Manali highway.
Temperature: The temperature during this time is still quite cold, around 5°C-7°C. By the second week of May.
At the same time, you can see a good share of ice and snow, mainly in the Khardung La and Chang La passes. Late April sees the melting of the lakes, and a spread of brilliant colours all around. By the beginning of June, the Manali route along with Rohtang Pass opens up as well.
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August 11, 2023
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