Located in the Himalayan ranges of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh is a scenic place where nature dwells in its purest form. It extends from the Siachen Glacier to the main Great Himalayas and is dominated by dramatic landscapes. Ladakh is a destination like no other and is also known as the world's coldest desert.
Ladakh attracts thousands of people from all around the world using its alluring charm and natural beauty. It has mesmerizing landscape and is adorned by lush green pastures scenic lakes like Pangong Tso and natural bounties which makes this place an amazing vacation destination.
Sightseeing Places in Leh Ladakh
Pangong Lake
Pangonglake is a landlocked lake and the most visited place or the most popular tourist attraction in Ladakh. It is located at a height of 4350 meters and is 12 km long extending from India to Tibet. Throughout the seasons this lake changes color ranging from blue to light blue to green and grey which makes it a fascinating destination.
Shanti Stupa
It is a magnificent Buddhist monument built atop a steep hill at a height of 11841 feet that provides the most scenic views with a peaceful atmosphere. Shanti Stupa is a beautiful place offering mesmerizing views of the nearby village and it is a religious place for Buddhists as it is said to hold the relics of Buddha.
Tso Moriri
Tso Moririlake is a gorgeous lake and the largest high-altitude lake in India which is situated at a height of 4595 m. This lake is a twin to the Pangonglake as it is located between Ladakh and Tibet and offers compelling beauty and a scenic place of peace and tranquillity flanked by mountains.
Khardung La Pass
Khardung La is a high mountain pass serving as the gateway to Shyok and Nubra Valley in the region of Jammu and Kashmir. It is popular for being the highest motorable road in India as it is at an elevation of 5600 mt. This pass is the perfect place for adventure enthusiasts, ride lovers, and peace seekers.
Thiksey Monastery
Thiksey monastery is a Tibetian-style monastery located on the top of the hill 20km south of Leh. It is a twelve-story monastery that provides magnificent views of the town and the Indus valley below and closely resembles the Potala Palace in Lhasa. Its best feature is the Maitreya Temple which has a 15 mt high statue of Buddha.
Hemis Monastery
Hemis Monastery is a beautiful Buddhist monastery built by the Lakdashi king SenggeNamgyal located 45 km south of Leh. It is one of the wealthiest monasteries in India and is most visited during the Hemis Festival which is held annually in June. It houses copper statues of Lord Buddha along with stupas made of gold and silver and provides a peaceful atmosphere to its visitors.
