Monday, May 27, 2013

Indulge in fun-packed trekking with Zanskar Tourism

Zanskar is a gorgeous travel destination in the northern regions of India. Zanskar tourism enchants travellers with its snow-covered summits and jumbled amidst two small alpine lakes. It serves as the scarcely inhabited Himalayan valleys, gifted with sheer natural beauty. Lying in the Ladakh district of Jammu & Kashmir, Zanskar Valley is among the most adventurous ones. 

Zanskar Trek

The fascinating Zanskar trek provides excellent opportunity for adventure enthusiasts across the globe. The high trekking mountains at 7000 m incites trekkers. The trek offers really gorgeous floral plantation. With the guidance of professional trekkers, you can make the most of your Ladakh trekking tour. Adventure enthusiasts can also add excitement to their Zanskar trekking by availing Ladakh tour package.

Karsha Monastery

Located around five kms away from Padum, Karsha Monastery is the largest monastic established of Zanskar. Serving as one of the popular Zanskar tourist attractions, it has many chapels along with rooms for 150 Buddhist monks. It is the richest and the largest monastery in the area. Stationed in the lap of nature, this Gompa was established in the 11th century. The complex houses eight temples, two assembly halls and a library. Tourists can view the ancient murals on the walls of the Thabrang or 'Room of God and religion'. Visitors can find a Chomo Gompa that lies known as the Dorje Dzong.

Penzella Pass

Situated at an elevation of 4, 200 m in the Zanskar range. The pass disjoints Zanskar from the Suru valley and other areas of Ladakh. Known as an ideal camping terrain for trekking-enthusiasts, the spot boasts of two greenish water springs. The area has different species of plants with rich medicinal values. The spot also has glaciers on its both sides from where streams flow into the River Suru on the Zanskar River. The pass becomes thicker during winters as the riverfront vegetation grows in opulence.

Drang-Drung Glacier

Situated in the middle of the Suru Valley, the glacier is among the prime attractions of Zanskar Valley. It offers a spectacular view of the mighty Himalayan ranges and Kargil. Visitors can also explore the important Rivers like Zanskar, Suru and Khurana, gushing down from the mountains to the valleys.

Padum

Situated at an altitude of 3,505 m above the sea level, Padum serves as the capital of old Zanskar. Tourists can also explore the Padum Valley and can indulge in the sheer fun of trekking in Ladakh. The valley serves as among the prime trekking bases in the country. Built in the 10th century, the Starrimo monastery is a branch of the Stakna monastery.
 
Zanskar Trekking Tour
is a big hit with travellers and adventure-enthusiasts. Embark on Ladakh tours to enjoy the best of your holidays in Ladakh.

Monday, April 22, 2013

Ladakh Travel for an Unforgettable Holiday Experience

Ladakh travel enchants visitors who love thrill and scenery. It houses a plethora of tourist places where you can visit to have an enjoyable vacation. Leh Ladakh serves as an intriguing tourist destination, which you can explore with Jammu Kashmir tour.

Let us explore the Ladakh Travel Guide.

Monasteries

Ladakh is a land of ancient monasteries. Its opulence of monasteries makes it a favourite destination for tourists having interest in cultural tours. The Hemis monastery is the largest one with an impressive painting of Lord Buddha. It is showcased once after every 2 years. Shey monastery is another must-visit place on your Ladakh tour. It boasts of a gold-plated copper idol of Buddha, which is the highlight of it. Other popular names in the list include:

·          Alchi
·          Lamayuru
·          Likir
·          Spituk
·          Thikse
·          Stakana
·          Sankar

Lakes

Ladakh houses some of the most pristine lakes. These lakes are distinguished by their feature of changing colours that create a breathtaking sight. Some of these lakes freeze in winters. Pangong and Tsomoriri are the famous ones that you can visit with Ladakh travel packages.

Valleys

The land abounds in valleys which entice tourists from all over the world. Some of the picturesque landscapes include Leh, Surn Valley, Zangskar, Kargil, Padum, Shyok and Drass. A visit to these serene places in Ladakh brings you a delightful experience on your Leh Ladakh tour.

Leh Palace

Attracting tourists from far and wide, Leh Palace of Ladakh lies in the Himalayas. Built in the 17th century, it retains its old world charm. With its nine stories, it still grabs the attention of tourists. Leh Palace serves as among the popular Ladakh travel destinations. The temple boasts of its marvellous Tibetan architecture. It still exudes beauty and offers breathtaking views of the snow-covered mountains and landscape.

Adventure in Ladakh

Ladakh offers excellent opportunities for trekking. Tourists can choose from various routes to enjoy this adventure. Some of the popular routes include Lamayuru to Darcha Kanji to Zangla via Yulchung Nyerak and Lamayuru to Padum. River Rafting is another exciting adventure in Ladakh, which enables you to enjoy at its best on the Rivers like Zanskar and Indus. Mountain Climbing is among the popular attractions of Ladakh. The prime spots for this adventure include Stok-Khangri Massif, Nun-Kun Massif, Konglacha Peak and Karakoram Range. Cycling and Bactarian Camel Safaris are other popular adventure in Ladakh.

Festivals

Ladakh is a land with rich heritage and colourful traditions. It celebrates various festivals and most of them are celebrated at the monasteries in Ladakh. These festivals are in the form of dance-dramas in the courtyards of Gompa. Attired in vibrant robes and wearing masks, Lamas perform mimes that mark various faces of the religion.

Ladakh Travel delight you with endless opportunities to savour breathtaking mountain beauty and adventure. Serving as a distinguishing attraction, Drass Valley is worth to explore.

Tuesday, July 3, 2012

Drop in the “Land of Passes” to Catch Sight of Ladakh Attractions

Located in Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh is a must visit destination in India. Surrounded by two majestic mountain ranges, this beautiful land attracts many tourists every year. Ladakh tours also beckon adventure lovers from all over the world. With Ladakh attractions, you can also enjoy cultural tours, trekking and the cold desert expedition, river rafting, monastery visits and lots more.

Inviting tourists from far and wide, the beautiful attractions of Ladakh include:

Ladakh Monastery
Monastery in Ladakh
Monasteries

Known as 'Gompa', monasteries are among the most popular attractions of Ladakh Tour. Many tourists visit Ladakh to see the well-retained Buddhist cultural heritage in these historic monasteries. These offer a deep insight on the Buddhist religion as well. A rich collection of Buddhist artifacts is available in these Gompas. Besides artifacts, visitors can also have the glimpses of sculptures, murals, Buddha idols and Thangka paintings. Some of the most famous monasteries in Ladakh include Lamayuru, Lekir, Thiksey, Alchi and Rizong.

Lakes

Ladakh is a home to the beautiful lakes, which make it a perfect place for honeymooners. As highest temperature hovers near 50 degress at a time, everything in Ladakh freezes. Major valleys like Indus and Zanskar become extensive highways of ice. The wonderful lakes like Pangong, Chandertaal Lake, Tso Morari and Tso Kar-White Lake also freeze to a depth of several meters. Tourists visiting Ladakh for the first time will surely get a mesmerizing experience.

Festivals

The unique festivals of Leh and Ladakh are the highlight of Ladakh tourism. To witness these events, tourists reserve a place in advance. These festivals are lively and colourful. Many festivals take place in winters. The monastic festivals are the heart of these festivals. Performed by monks, wearing colourful silk clothes and facial masks, these colourful events are a part of the living art of Ladakh. Celebrated in May, Hemis Gompa is the most popular festival of Ladakh. Tourists can enjoy vibrant dances in this festival.

Adventure

Adventure in Ladakh is a great fun. Endowed with an impressive geographical location, the land has a rocky terrain, higher mountain passes, vast expanses of grasslands and mountain streams. Its topography makes it a popular destination to enjoy different adventurous activities like rafting in Ladakh. During your Leh Ladakh travel, you can enjoy camping, trekking, cycling, river rafting, mountain climbing, motor biking, camel safari and even yak safari. Trekking in Ladakh ranges from short as well as day long mountain treks. 

Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Zanskar Valley and Nubra Valley are the other must-visit places in your Ladakh sightseeing.

On your India tour, you can also visit the fantastic Ladakh Attractions that include monasteries, valleys, lakes and lots more. If you love adventure, raftingin Ladakh will be a great fun for you.