tourist guide to ladakh

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. The lunar landscape of Ladakh is defined by barren cliff, stark valleys, high altitude lakes and craggy plateaus. Ladakh, popularly known as 'Land of endless discover‘. © www.triphills.com

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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 and equality of worship for people belong to all religion starting from Buddhist monasteries to chamba temple to Jamamasjid to Gurudwara pathar sahib.

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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

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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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Thank You

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