Top 10 place to visit in Ladakh

 

Ladakh is one of the economic contributors in northern India. The place consists of Leh and Kargil districts. It is one of the best tourism in the world. Here is someplace you will visit to make your trip more exciting.

LEH PALACE

Leh palace is one of the best places to visit in Ladakh.it is a sign of medieval Tibetan architecture. Sitting on the top of the hill feel like heaven. This place is made up of stones, mud, wood, and sand. The wall of this palace is provided warmth in winter and cool in summer. The interior of this place is designed by ceremonial dress, artistic painting, and crown. The place is located uphill from Leh Market. So you have to drive up for reaching this place.

SHANTI STUPA

Shanti Stupa is a white monument which is located on top of a steep hill. The place was built with the help of Japanese Buddhists and local people. It is a symbol of peace. The stupa consists golden buddha statue and an image of his birth and death. The night view of this place makes it more beautiful. If you want to see magical sunrise and sunset then this place is best for you. The place is located on the top of the hill so you have to book a car for reaching this place.

SANGAM AT NIMMU

Sangam is located near the Srinagar Leh highway. If you want to see natural wonders then this place is best for you. It is located 33 km away from Leh. The place is the site of two rivers i.e. Indus and Zanskar river at Nimmu. Zanskar river originated from the Zanskar valley of the Union Territory of Ladakh and meets on the Indus river. You can also enjoy river rafting here.

KHARDUNG LA PASS

Khardunga la pass is one of the finest places to visit in Ladakh. Nubra Valley is a popular destination in Ladakh which lies in Khardung La pass. It is the world’s highest motorable road which is located at an altitude of 18,380 feet. After visiting this place you will feel like you are in a winter wonderland this is because all things are cover with snow. It is one of the top places for bikers, cyclists, travel junkies. Due to high altitude, you cannot stand there for more than 20 minutes because oxygen level is less at top altitude. It is located 40 km away from Leh city.

SAND DUNES AT HUNDER

Sand Dunes are the place which is cover by desert. Every year many visitors came across different countries or cities. You will enjoy a camel ride here. This place is home to Camels. The ride on this makes your vacation more amazing. It’s hard to believe that having a desert place at a high altitude but is possible only in Ladakh. That’s why this place becomes the most visited attraction of Ladakh. It is located in Nubra Valley which lies 120 km away from Leh.

TURTUK

Turtuk is a closet village of LOC. The place is lying on the border with Pakistan. This is the only village in Ladakh where visitors are allowed to visit. The area is full of greenery and has an abundance of apricots and peach fields. Don’t forget to have a taste of Balti culture. It is the last village of India which has prominent balti culture. The place lies in Nubra Valley which is 205 km away from Leh.

PANGONG TSO LAKE

As we know Ladakh is home to many high altitude lakes. Pangong TSO lake is one of the popular destinations of Ladakh. You all heard about the blockbuster movie “3 idiot’s” right? Some scenes of the movie are also done here. The night view of this place makes you feel like heaven. The place is located in Tso Pangong, Changthang plateau which is 160 km away from Leh.

TSO MORIRI

Tso Moriri is also called or Lake Moriri or Mountain Lake. It is located at an altitude of 4522 m. The area is protected by TsoMoriri Wetland Conservation Reserve. The lake is famous for its beauty which attracts many visitors. The place is located in
Korzok Village, Changthang Plateau which is 220 km away from Leh.

HEMIS MONASTERY

Hemis Monastery is the largest monastery in Ladakh. The place is famous for the Hemis festival every year in June. You can enjoy many architectural sceneries and beautiful mountains here. This place is the most visited attraction of tourism. The Monastery is a collection of Thanga painting, murals, Buddhist scriptures, and stupas which is made up of gold and silver. The best time to visit is during its festivals in June. At this festival, you see an amazing view of masked dance and enjoy the local cuisine. The place is located 44 km away from Leh.

LAMAYURU MONASTERY

The Lamayuru Monastery is a village located between Kargil and Leh. It is called Moonland due to its moon-like terrain. It is one of the best monasteries in Ladakh. Its interior is decorated with many paintings and frescoes. It is located in Lamayuru which is located 116 km from Leh.