About Leh Ladakh:

Ladakh-known as the adventure capital of the country, surrounded by stretches of highways and snow-capped mountains, also famous for having the top three highest mountain passes in the world. The destination majorly links with Buddhism and Tibetan culture. Everything about this destination is unique. From sightseeing to adventure to null vegetation hills, craggy mountains, beautiful monasteries, and its calm life away from the bustling city life make everything about this destination unique and worth visiting. Ladakh lies between the two large mountains Karakoram chain of mountains in the North and the Himalayas in the South. Indus flowing right through Ladakh, the province is divided into the capital city Leh, Nubra, Zanskar, Lower Ladakh, and Rupshu. Ladakh experiences extreme weather conditions throughout the year where 28 degrees Celsius is the summer temperature and winter is as low as minus 15 degrees. The Best season to visit this paradise is in summers from May to September when the place experiences a pleasant temperature. We can reach the destination by Air, by Road, by bike, and by Volvo buses. First Route through which we can reach the destination is from Srinagar to Leh with a distance of 434km by road. The second route one can follow is from Manali to Leh with a distance of 473km which can be covered by road. One can go on an ordinary or deluxe bus or can hire a gypsy as well.

Things to explore:

There are so many sightseeing’s which this place is offering us sharing the names of few:

Pangong Lake: Lying 160 km away from LadakhPangong lake tops the list of must-visit sightseeing when visiting Ladakh. The drive to this beautiful lake is full of picturesque views and awestruck nature. Weather is quite present all the year round with crystal blue clear waters.

Magnetic Hill: Also known as the “Gravity Hill” located in Leh will give you a lifetime experience. The hill mystifies with its optical illusion and will make you question the existence of gravity. Some believe that the magnetic pull is so strong that it pulls the car uphill. Whatever may be the reason but this sightseeing will give you a lifetime experience and is a must-visit.

Nubra Valley: Located on the banks of the pure Nubra River, the rocky trail of this valley will surely give you an exciting experience. You can camp around and enjoy the beauty of this valley.

Tso Moriri Lake: It is the sister counterpart to Pangong Lake. It will welcome you with its clear blue waters, beautiful mountains, sunshine and some cool breeze, located inside the Changtang wildlife sanctuary. It remains frozen from January to March. Rejuvenate your heart and soul with the beauty of this beautiful lake and enchanting Cockaigne.

Shanti Stupa: Experience a moment of breathlessness, by witnessing this white, serene and beautiful Shanti Stupa on a hilltop in Chanspa, Leh district. Amidst the white mountains, situated at a height of 4267 meters, Stupa is at a distance of 5km from Leh City.

Diskit Gompa: The oldest surviving Monastery (Gompa) in Nubra Valley. Someone who is interested in knowing the History of the place this place is must visit.

Kargil: Someone who is interested to know about the Kargil War must visit the place. Situated near the Line of Control (LOC) between Pakistan and India.The second largest town after Leh. The Sonder’s feeling by visiting this destination that one gets is beyond expression.

Attend their Traditional Festivals: Attend some colorful and vibrant festivals celebrated by Monks and other natives. To experience their rich culture one must experience Hemis and Ladakh Festival.

Shopping at Leh:

For shoppers also Leh has some amazing things which you can shop for your loved ones. Visit some local markets which will give you an opportunity to interact with the local people to know them closely about their culture. Buy some unique items like semi-precious stones, tribal jewelry, organic products, and local handicrafts. Buy some Pashmina Shawls, made up of cashmere wool which comes from Pashmina goat, found at high altitudes of Himalayan ranges. Above are some of the listings which are a must-visit for your next visit to Leh. The list is unending of the things which you can experience in Leh.

Eat and Drink:

The place is well known for its diverse cuisines, which attracts tourists from all around the world. Some amazing food like :

Thupka: Referred to as the staple food of Leh. It is a noodle soup with chunks of chicken, pork, and boiled vegetables served with some chutney. The best place you can try this is at Chopsticks noodle Bar Leh.

Khambir: It is traditional bread preferred by the locals and usually served with butter tea. The bread is brown in color with a thick base baked in a pan. The unique taste of butter tea with Khambir will give a water watering experience and is a must-try.

Momos: The dish is defiantly not something new, it is famous all over the world. But the Ladhakimomos will defiantly give you a taste for a lifetime and will make you visit the place again and again. The best place you can visit for trying these is Themomos centers on the street side.

Mokthuk: A superb blend of Momos and soup to be peculiar.

Chang: The local beverage prepared by fermenting miller with yeast is what chang is. The mixture is stirred a number of times until the miller loses its strength and the end result is phenomenal local brew, chang. The best place to try this at Amigo Korean Restaurant.

Ladakh should be on everyone’s bucket list, as it is such a place which is a must-visit once in a lifetime. Go through our wide range of Ladakh packages and make a memorable trip to this God’s own place.