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Explore the most admired place of India – Leh Ladakh!

Ladakh recently got separated from Jammu and Kashmir to form an independent entity. Ladakh is now a Union Territory and has Leh as its Joint Capital. India’s moonland, Ladakh, is also the coldest desert in the world. There are numerous best places to visit in Leh Ladakh. The ideal time of visiting this place on bike is in the month of April and May. It’s a delightful city with countless surprises in store for you.

 Ladakh has a strong influence from Tibetan culture. It has an alluring and rich culture. The people of Ladakh are lively and friendly. Some of the chief festivals celebrated here are Losar, Saka Dawa, Hemis Tsechu and many more. Languages spoken in Ladakh are Ladakhi, Tibetan and Urdu. Interact with the locals to learn more about Ladakh and to get the most out of your.

Some of the great places to visit in Leh Ladakh are –

Pangong Tso Lake – 

A wonder in every sense! Pangong Lake, situated at a stunning height of 4,350 metres, holds the title of the highest saltwater lake. The beauty of this lake will leave you amazed. The blue-dyed water at the Line of Actual Control is speechlessly beautiful despite being tensed. No matter how much time you spend here, you won’t ever get enough of it.

Thiksey Monastery – 

Witness the peaceful and positive vibes in these tranquil surroundings. This is the only place in the world where culture has not been affected an inch by the generation gap. This divine setup will bring out the best in you just ago. Gustor festival celebrated in this Monastery attracts tourists from all over the world. The main prayer hall of this monastery accommodates a 15 meter Buddha Statue. This is a must-visit place if you have ever been to Ladakh.

Khardung-la pass –

Before the Kela pass in September 2021, the Khardung-La pass was the highest motorable road since then. The Siachen glaciers get the supply through this way as even heavy trucks can ply in this road. The excitement of riding at the second highest motorable road is in itself big. The Leh city and surrounding mountains offer an incredible view. It’s definitely the gateway to the most enchanting landscape.

Markha Valley – 

Markha Valley is between Zanskar and Ladakh. It runs parallel to the Himalayan range. The Markha valley has a beautiful and wild landscape that is linked to Ladakh and is also known as ‘Little Tibet’. It’s the most famous trail of the Ladakh region best suited from June to September. The temperatures in winters reach down to -30 degrees Celsius. Summers are even colder here.  

Nubra Valley – 

Nubra Valley familiar as the orchard of Ladakh is famous for its picturesque and breathtaking beauty. This valley holds several Buddhist monasteries like Samstemling, Ensa, Hunder and Diskit. It’s a predominant place for Buddhist learning.  

Tso Moriri Lake –

 a secluded and breathtakingly beautiful lake – Tso Moriri. It is a calm and sacred multi-shaded blue lake. It offers a romantic feel and is a very popular pre-wedding photoshoot destination. This lake is an attraction point for many migratory birds, Tibetan wolves and marmots. You need an inner line permit to visit this lake as it is near LAC.

Hemis National Park –

 It’s a high altitude national park. The Hemis national park is widely famous for Snow Leopard and Shapu Sheep. Species like Great Tibetan sheep, Bharal, red fox, Tibetan wolf, Eurasian brown bear and many others are found here. It also comprises several exotic plant species. It comprises majorly of Pine forests, Alpine Tundra and meadows. A 3-day festival, the Hemis festival is celebrated in this region in memory of Guru Padmasambhava.

Namgyal Tsemo Gompa –

A beautiful monastery set covered by the snowy Himalayas. The monastery lies at an ideal location due to the diverse rough terrains and snow-clad mountains.

Diskit Monastery – 

The oldest and largest monastery of Ladakh is also known as Diskit Gompa. It has a 100 ft high statue of Maitreya Buddha. The statue was built for the peace of the world, protection of Diskit village and prevention of war with Pakistan.

Shanti Stupa –

A mesmerizing attraction of Ladakh for those interested in Buddhist culture. This giant white stupa stands tall against the barren brown mountains. It holds itself as a symbol of peace and serenity. Its beauty unveils the best in the evening when lit from inside.

Royal Leh Palace –

Royal Leh Palace, Ladakh’s heritage, was built in the 17th century. A victory tower is built in this palace in the memory of Ladakhi soldiers. Leh palace offers an exhilarating experience as it holds immense beauty. This nine-storey high building is counted amongst the famous attractions of Ladakh. Palace also has a historical artefacts museum. The paintings, crowns and jewellery display a rich historic culture.  

Magnetic Hill –

 Also famous as Gravity hill and Mystery Hill. It will arouse your curiosity to no end as this place defies gravity. This is the only place in India where things, instead of rolling down the hill, go uphill. The locals believe this hill is a way to heaven. On the other hand, according to scientists, the hill has a strong magnetic force that pulls vehicles in the vicinity. It has a yellow board that clearly says ‘Magnetic Hill- The phenomenon that defies Gravity. Park your vehicle in the box marked with paint on the road and experience the wonder!’

Alchi – 

For an unusual journey, you must backpack for this Alchi village in Leh. It locates at a magnificent height of 10000 ft above sea level in the Indus River valley. Alchi still holds 11 century ancient Buddhist temples. A very famous shrine called the Alchi Monastery. The highlights of this Tibetan style monastery are Dukhang (assembly hall), Sumtseg, Manjushri Temple, chortens and wall paintings. The best time to visit this monastery is during their festivals. You would experience the ultimate cultural rituals here. Another temple is the Dukhang Temple, the oldest temple here. It also has alluring carved panels engraved with Bodhisattvas and guardian figures.  

Zanskar Valley – 

Gem of Ladakh, famous for its dramatic mountains and picturesque beauty. This Indian paradise is located in the high-altitude peaks of the great Himalayas. It is enveloped with snowy mountains, glaciers and frozen rivers. Zanskar offers many trekking destinations like Lamayuru, Rangdum and Darcha-Padum. Zanskar valley is famous among adventure enthusiasts as the Trekking Capital of India and absolute bliss for them. If you are also planning to visit this 

Chadar Trek –

 Also acknowledged as Zanskar Gorge Trek, is a trail over the frozen Zanskar River. The glorious beauty of the frozen waterfall (Nerak Waterfall) offers peace to the eyes. One of the best wonders Ladakh has been blessed with is Chadar Trek. Consistency and survival of the fittest are two key features required for making this a successful journey. The sub-zero temperatures, blazing bonfires and the presence of danger make an adventurous trek. A frozen glass-like river surrounded by the dramatic mountains is a soul-stirring experience. It gets you closer to nature and also the Zanskari culture as you interact with a bunch of locals from the Zanskari village. The best time to visit this landscape where massive slabs of ice are spread like ‘chadar’ is from January to February. Experience nature’s rarest of view before you die!

You can reach out to Leh comfortably by airways. Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport is in Leh that receives flights from many cities of India. Plan your Leh Ladakh Road Trip with Bhatke Adventures to get the most out of your money.