tourist attractions of ladakh
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Ladakh is the land of Great Mountains, Lakes & Passes. Ladakh is also known as 'land of endless discoveries' The landscapes of Ladakh is one of the most fascinating factor that attracted tourists across the globe, the monasteries and Buddhist culture attract peace lover. Ladakh also has a lot of Religious places like Shanti Stupa, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Jama masjid etc. Adventure activities like paragliding, mountaineering, trekking, skiing brings lot of Adventure lovers to this cold desert.In terms of Landscape it resembles closely with Tibetian Platue.Please check some of the most beautiful and mesmerizing destinations of Ladakh. Ladakh is also one of the most Serene places in the world with only six months easy accessibility.TRANSCRIPT
Ladakh
At a soaring height of 11,562 feet, Ladakh is the bridge between the sky and the earth. Here, forces of nature conspired to render a landscape of magical dream and moonscape land . Ladakh, is popularly known as 'Land of endless discover‘.
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Leh
The second largest district of India, a wide place of snow covered mountains, pure rivers and mesmerizing landscapes with the various sightseeing places like shanti stupa, magnetic hill etc Jamamasjid to Gurudwara pathar sahib are few poluparly known destinations © www.triphills.com
Its usually called Land of Martyr’s. it became renowned after the 1999 war against terrorism in Kashmir.
Kargil
215 KM From Leh
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Zanskar separates Kinnaur District from Spiti in Himachal Pradesh. The highest peaks of Himachal are in Zanskar. It is also known for highest Motor able passes in India.
Zanskar
416 KM From Leh
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Nubra Valley
Most of the Nubra Valley is like a cold desert , but blood apples, walnuts, apricots, almonds are often seen in commonly irrigated villages
150 KM From Leh
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Built in the mid of 1500 century. Monastery of 12 floors based over the top of the hill. Monastery has the beautiful statues, beautifully carved paintings and swords in it.
Thiskey Monastery
20 KM From Leh
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Extremely famous, highest (5,602 m) and accessible pass for motor biking worldwide and most importantly this pass are connecting India to Siachen glacier.
Khardung La
40 KM From Leh
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Likir
The old and beautiful monastery built in 11th century then again rebuilt in 18th century has a
25 foot tall, gold covered Buddha statue.
50 KM From Leh
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Alchi
A village comes under the national heritage place of having one of the oldest monasteries which in well maintained condition and situated near the bank of Indus River.
60 KM From Leh
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Beautiful pass between Leh and Srinagar and one of the highest mountain between Leh & Kargil.
Fotu-La
160 KM From Leh
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Enchanted and captivating lake in the lap of Himalayas, covering 134 km of area from India to Tibet of having rich flora and fauna in it. It’s a treat for soul, mind and body which allows you to seal the moment forever.
Pangong Lake
200 KM From Leh
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Tsomoriri Wetland Conservation Reserve), is lake in the Changthan. The lake is at an altitude of 4,595 m it is the largest of the high altitude lakes in the Trans-Himalayan Region
Tso Moriri
200 KM From Leh
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Pass on the National highway 1 of India and it’s a beautiful link between Ladakh & Kashmir
Zoji-La
300 KM From Leh
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Best Time to Visit
Summer (June to September) is the best time to visit. The temperature is
cool and can go up to 33°C.The skies are usually clear and offer
panoramic views of the mountains. The average day temperature ranges
from 20° to 30°C.
Where to Stay
1. Hotel Lasermo 4. The Grand Dragon
2. Hotel Asia Ladakh 5. Hotel Namgyal Palace
3. Hotel Reenam
Tour Operators
1. www.kashmirtourism.org
2. www.triphills.com
Facts
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Things to do
1. Motor Biking in khardung la
2. Cycling in Khardung la
3. Yak Safari in Leh
4. Bactrian Camel Safari in Nubra Valley
5. Para Gliding in Lamayuru, Stok Kangri, Leh, Thiksey, etc.
6. Water rafting and Kayaking Indus River and Zanaskar River
7. Mountaineering in Stok Kangri, Mountain Nun and Kun
8. Jeep Safari Tours to Suru Valley, Nubra Valley
9. Tour to Magnetic Hill
10.Trekking and Wildlife Sanctuary Visit
Things to do
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How to Reach Leh Ladakh
1. By Road
1. Srinagar – Leh - 413 KM
2. Manali – Leh – 474 KM
2. By Train
Jammu is the Nearest Station which is connected with rest of India
with distance of 700 KM from Leh
3. By Air
Leh airport is situated at a distance of 8 km from city center and
receives regular flights operated by Air India, Jet Airways and All
other Flight operators from Mumbai, Delhi, Jammu and Srinagar.
How to Reach
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1. Sonam Norbu Hospital -01982-253626
2. 24-Hour Pharmacy -01982-252160
3. TOURISM OFFICE: Director -01982-252297
4. TOURISM OFFICE: Director -01982-252095
5. POLICE: SHO- Leh -01982-252018
6. POLICE: SHO- Leh -01982-252283
Important Numbers
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