One of the most coveted hill destinations of India, Ladakh is situated at an altitude of 2600m to 7070 m above the sea level. A province in the beautiful state of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh is the coldest desert of the nation, which displays the diversified geography of the country. Known by various names like “little Tibet”, “the Last Shangri-La” and “the Moon Land”, Ladakh offers a mesmerizing view of snow-capped mountains, blue lakes, trekking passes and the bright morning skies that lure the tourists. This hill destination in India is visited by horde of tourists from all over the globe to witness the captivating beauty of the land. The place also offers a number of travel attractions. These comprise:
Leh
The capital of Ladakh, Leh is situated in a lush side valley of the Indus River at an elevation of 3521 meters. The city has developed in the recent years as a commercial hub and is one of the most visited places of Ladakh. The charming hill town of Ladakh, Leh offers a captivating vista that comprises serene lakes, evergreen dense forests, snow-capped mountain ranges and monuments. It is a paradise for adventure enthusiasts as it offers opportunities for trekking, hiking and river rafting. As one of the important centres of Buddhism, the city houses a number of Buddhist monasteries, which as well attracts the tourists from all over the globe.
Nubra Valley
A valley of flowers situated in the cold desert, Nubra Valley is a must-visit place in Ladakh. A Tri-Armed valley, Nubra valley is situated on the embankment of Shyok River, a tributary of River Indus, and the Nubra or the Siachen River. Famously known as “the Broken Moonland”, Nubra Valley is a trekking destination that attracts the adventure enthusiasts. In addition, the beautiful villages situated amidst the cold desert also attract the tourists.
Kargil
A small hamlet located about 230 kms from Ladakh is the second largest city that offers a captivating panoramic view of the Himalayas. Famous for the war between India and Pakistan, Kargil is also known as the “Silk Route”. Situated in the foothills of the Himalayas, it is a part of the Suru Valley, which is known for is mesmerizing landscape. Tiger hill, Mulbekh Monastery and Cave Monastery, makes Kargil a worth visiting place of Ladakh.
Drass
Another worth visiting destinations of Ladakh, Drass is a hamlet, which is known as the “Gateway to Ladakh”. Formed by Drass River, which starts from Machio glacier located at the famous Zozila pass, Drass is one of the coldest inhabited places in the World. A paradise for adventure lovers, Drass offers an enthralling view of the snow-clad mountains and the Drass River. Dropati Kund, Rock Carving at Stiaqbo and Bhimbath or the Bhim’s Stone are some of the major attractions of Drass.
Basgo
A World Heritage Site declared by UNESCO, Basgo is a must-visit destination of Ladakh. The Basgo's Chamba Gompa is one of the major highlights of the Ladakh and the fresco work inside the Gompa has been marvelously reinstated with traditional techniques and colours as well as the images of Bodhisattvas and extraterrestrial beings are made on the ceiling of the Gompa, which adds to its beauty. The main building of the Gompa as a two-storey sculpture of Maitreya, which further attracts the tourists and especially the Buddhist pilgrims from different parts of the World.
Leh
The capital of Ladakh, Leh is situated in a lush side valley of the Indus River at an elevation of 3521 meters. The city has developed in the recent years as a commercial hub and is one of the most visited places of Ladakh. The charming hill town of Ladakh, Leh offers a captivating vista that comprises serene lakes, evergreen dense forests, snow-capped mountain ranges and monuments. It is a paradise for adventure enthusiasts as it offers opportunities for trekking, hiking and river rafting. As one of the important centres of Buddhism, the city houses a number of Buddhist monasteries, which as well attracts the tourists from all over the globe.
Nubra Valley
A valley of flowers situated in the cold desert, Nubra Valley is a must-visit place in Ladakh. A Tri-Armed valley, Nubra valley is situated on the embankment of Shyok River, a tributary of River Indus, and the Nubra or the Siachen River. Famously known as “the Broken Moonland”, Nubra Valley is a trekking destination that attracts the adventure enthusiasts. In addition, the beautiful villages situated amidst the cold desert also attract the tourists.
Kargil
A small hamlet located about 230 kms from Ladakh is the second largest city that offers a captivating panoramic view of the Himalayas. Famous for the war between India and Pakistan, Kargil is also known as the “Silk Route”. Situated in the foothills of the Himalayas, it is a part of the Suru Valley, which is known for is mesmerizing landscape. Tiger hill, Mulbekh Monastery and Cave Monastery, makes Kargil a worth visiting place of Ladakh.
Drass
Another worth visiting destinations of Ladakh, Drass is a hamlet, which is known as the “Gateway to Ladakh”. Formed by Drass River, which starts from Machio glacier located at the famous Zozila pass, Drass is one of the coldest inhabited places in the World. A paradise for adventure lovers, Drass offers an enthralling view of the snow-clad mountains and the Drass River. Dropati Kund, Rock Carving at Stiaqbo and Bhimbath or the Bhim’s Stone are some of the major attractions of Drass.
Basgo
A World Heritage Site declared by UNESCO, Basgo is a must-visit destination of Ladakh. The Basgo's Chamba Gompa is one of the major highlights of the Ladakh and the fresco work inside the Gompa has been marvelously reinstated with traditional techniques and colours as well as the images of Bodhisattvas and extraterrestrial beings are made on the ceiling of the Gompa, which adds to its beauty. The main building of the Gompa as a two-storey sculpture of Maitreya, which further attracts the tourists and especially the Buddhist pilgrims from different parts of the World.