by Leh and Ladakh is a Himalayan region administered by India as a Union Territory. Leh is a joint capital and largest town of the Union Territory of Ladakh. It is one of the most preferred places by the tourists to visit. Many tourists places are there to visit in this beautiful place.
Here are top 10 places in Leh Ladakh every tourist must visit:
KARGIL: The trip to Leh Ladakh will be incomplete without a visit to Kargil; the second largest town in Ladakh that is situated on the banks of Indus River. This place is perfect for adventure enthusiasts because the place offers Mountaineering and Trekking.
LEH PALACE: Located at the top of a hill, it is one of the finest examples of medieval Tibetan architecture. The walls of the palace provide warmth in winters and create a cool ambience in summers. Murals on the walls depict glory days of the past.
SHANTI STUPA: The white domed monument that is built on the top of a steep hill faces snow capped peaks that were built by Japanese Buddhists along with the locals. The Shanti Stupa holds a golden Buddha status and images of his birth and death.
ZANSKAR VALLEY: Without any second thought, this place is a heaven on Earth. This best tourist place is one of the most desolate places in the Himalayan range where the steep terrains covered with snow reflects the heavenly skies. June to September is the recommended time to visit!
KHARDUNG – LA PASS: Being on top of the world in real is like a dream come true. On the way to Nubra Valley, you will pass along this Pass that is said to be the world’s highest motorable road located at an altitude of 18380 feet. Stop here for a cup of tea and witness snow covered landscape all around.
PANGONG TSO LAKE: A perfect camping site; where Kareena Kapoor confesses her love during climax in the movie 3 Idiots. The lake is located on the Changtang Plateau that offers an amazing camping site.
MAGNETIC HILL: The science behind this place is still unknown but it has been observed by the people that if you leave the vehicle at the base of the hill then it will start moving uphill on its own. It is not the magic but the super powers you get when you reach this place.
ALCHI: It is a busy village that is located in the Himalayan region of Ladakh in the Valley of Indus River. You can easily discover a traditional life here. The painted state of Bodhisattva Maitreya is a major highlight of the monastery located here. Spend a night here to discover a real Ladakhi village life.
HALL OF FAME: Salute the Martyrs in this museum that is dedicated to all the soldiers who fought in Indo – Pakistan war and sacrificed their lives for the country. There are photo frames of the brave act along with arms and amenities used by the soldiers.
GOL MARKET: A perfect place in Ladakh where you can buy woolen clothes and general items along with other souvenirs that has embroidered Ladakhi work and antiques.
