THINGS YOU SHOULD EXPERIENCE ONCE IN LADAKH

Leh Ladakh "India's Own Moon land"

Ladakh, located in the northernmost region of India, is a high-altitude desert renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, serene monasteries, and unique cultural heritage. Formerly falling in the state of Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh was administered a union territory on 31st October 2019. A trip to Ladakh offers a plethora of activities ranging from thrilling adventures to spiritual retreats.

 

Places to visit

 

Pangong Lake

Pangong Lake, situated at a height of almost 4,350m, is the world's highest saltwater lake. The months of summer commencing from May right up to September is the best time to visit. One thing that has to be noted is that the Inner Line Permit is not required for visiting all the areas.

Best time to visit – May to September

Length: 134 km

Max. Depth: 330 ft. (100 m)

Distance from Leh - 6 Hr Approx. 230 km

Nearest Petrol Pump - Tangtse village and in Leh

 

Nubra Valley

Nubra, also called Dumra, is a historical region of Ladakh Naturally blessed Nubra Valley is particularly famous for its high-altitude cold desert in Hunder Village. It is amongst the top attractions of the valley

Best Time to visit - June to September

Network Connectivity - Expect limited or no network connectivity in remote areas; carry offline maps or navigation tools.

Distance from Leh - 5 Hr Approx. 165 km

 

Khardung La

Khardung La, also known as Khardzong La, is a high mountain pass in Ladakh region of Jammu and Kashmir The pass is on the Ladakh Range, north of Leh, and connects the Indus river valley and the Shyok river valley. It also forms the gateway to the Nubra Valley. Khardungla Pass, perched at an impressive altitude of 5,359 metres above sea level, is often celebrated as the 'highest motorable pass in the world'

Best time to visit - April to June and September to October

Distance from Leh - 2 Hr Approx. 40 km

Network Connectivity - There is limited network connectivity in the region

Nearest Petrol Pump - The closest petrol pumps are located in Leh and Nubra Valley

 

Magnetic Hill

Magnet Hill is a gravity hill located, near Leh. The layout of the area and surrounding slopes create the optical illusion of a hill. The hill road is actually a downhill road. Objects and cars on the hill road may appear to roll uphill in defiance of gravity when they are, in fact, rolling downhill           

Best Time to Visit - July to September

Distance from Leh - 1 Hr Approx. 30 km

Network Connectivity - There is limited network connectivity in the region

 

Zanskar Valley

Zanskar located in the Kargil district to the east of LadakhThis area are the beautiful snow-capped mountains here, pleasant weather, Zanskar's sparkling water bodies and a lush landscape. The semi-desert region is flanked by snow-capped mountains and sparkling clean rivers along with distinct flora and fauna

Best Time to Visit - June to September

Distance from Leh - 1 Hr Approx. 30 km

Network Connectivity - There is limited network connectivity in the region

 

Shanti Stupa

Shanti Stupa is a Buddhist white-domed Stupa on a hilltop in Chanspa. It was built in 1991 by Japanese Buddhist Bhikshu, Gyomyo Nakamura. The Shanti Stupa holds the relics of the Buddha at its base, enshrined by the 14th Dalai Lama.

Best Time to Visit - June to September

Timings - 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Distance from Leh – 20 Min Approx. 5 km

Network Connectivity - There is limited network connectivity in the region

 

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