Famously named as the ‘Little
Tibet’, Ladakh is among the most popular destinations in India. Lying in the
state of Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh has Leh as its capital city. The hill
station looks amazing with its stunning landscapes at altitudes of 2750 m &
higher. It is snuggled in the midst of vast stretches of snow-covered mountains
of the mighty Himalayas.
The most famous Ladakh attractions include:
Monasteries
The destination abounds in
Buddhist monasteries. A monastery is the prime centre for worship. It is the
place where you can experience isolated meditation as well as religion
teaching. These monasteries in Ladakh
belong to different schools of Buddhism. These religious sites are located at
the scenic spots, enhancing their charm further. Besides enjoying scenic
location, travellers can also witness a rich variety of Buddhist relics. The
collection includes murals, scriptures, thangkas and sculptures.
The prominent ones include:
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Spituk
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Shanti
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Thiksey
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Shankar
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Shey
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Hemis
Lakes
Ladakh is an enchanting place where
the gorgeous lakes are available. These lakes change various forms at every new
hour of the day. These lakes sometimes turn the emerald green colour and then
these show the midnight blue pool colour. Travellers can sit on the side to
relax for many hours. In winters, these lakes freeze many meters deep and serve
as a highway. Different lakes in Ladakh
include:
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Pangong
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Tsomoriri
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Tso Kar
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Chandertaal
Adventure
Ladakh is the land of
adventure. Ladakh trekking tours
beckon many adventure enthusiasts every year. The land offers you unlimited
adventure opportunities. Tourists can undertake various adventure activities
amidst stunning landscapes and rugged beauty. Indulge yourself in the unlimited
thrill and adventure with Ladakh
adventure tour.
The most popular activities
that you can enjoy in Ladakh include:
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River Rafting
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Mountain Climbing
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Trekking
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Mountaineering
Natural Splendour
Tourists in Ladakh can enjoy
the amazing scenic beauty, tranquil monasteries and many others. There are
various places in Ladakh where you
can still experience the rustic charm.
Wildlife
Ladakh is also popular for its
rare wildlife species. Wildlife lovers can witness various wild animals like
Nyan, Yak, Urial, Ibex, Churu and Snow Leopard. Visitors can also view a huge
numbers of migratory birds.
Leh Palace
This is the most famous
tourist place in Ladakh. Travellers from all across the globe throng to Ladakh
to experienced the sustained legacies of the bygone era. The architectural
splendour of the place is well-known all over the world. The design and style
of the palace is similar as that of the Potala Palace in Lhasa.
The spot is known across the world
for its traditional thangkas, scriptures, frescos, murals and Buddhist wall
paintings. A huge statue of the Maitreya Buddha is the highlight of the palace.
Ladakh Attractions boast of their enchanting charm which you can witness while exploring
its tourist places. Do not forget to indulge yourself in the unlimited fun of trekking in Ladakh.
