Ladakh is a union territory and is in the North and East parts of Kashmir. The union territory is a high altitude plateau it includes parts of Himalayan and Karakoram mountain ranges and the upper Indus River valley. Ladakh border Pakistan, China, Tibet, and India. Leh is the capital of Ladakh. The town was the capital of the Himalayan Kingdom of Ladakh. The town is at an altitude of 3524 meters. The town was the capital of the royal family of Ladakh.
Ladakh Leh Tourism
Ladakh or “Land of High Passes” is one of the prettiest parts of the country. You will be able to explore high passes, Tibetan monasteries with colourful prayer flags fluttering in the wind. The high-altitude desert and mountainous terrain can be thrilling for adrenalin seekers and nature lovers. You may require a permit to visit special places in Ladakh.
Best Tourist Attractions in Leh Ladakh
Pangong Lake, Shanti Stupa, Tso Moriri Lake, Leh Palace, Khardung-la Pass, Magnetic Hill
Nubra Valley, Namgyal Tsemo Gompa, Spituk Monastery,Hall of fame museum
Best Time to visit Leh Ladakh
The best time to visit Ladakh is in summer between April and June. The weather is pleasant and the snow has melted. The Manali-Leh highway is not functional in the rest of the year and the Srinagar-Leh highway gets affected by sporadic landslides.
How to Reach to Leh Ladakh
Tourists need to remember Ladakh is inaccessible during some months of the year. The highways get cut-off can get blocked by snow. If you want to travel by road you can take a bus or cab from Manali or Srinagar. You can fly down to Ladakh throughout the year. The flight schedule can be changed due to unpredictable weather patterns, especially in winter. The closest airport to Ladakh is Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport. The airport is connected to several major cities in the country. From the airport, you can hire a cab to your final destination.
