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Introduction

The area is decorated with high passes, sheer cliffs stand in stern starkness, majestic lakes shimmer invitingly from all corners, long empty roads invitingly beckon, and the air is filled with an atmosphere of calm and purity. In Ladakh, there are many beautiful places to visit; places of such grandeur and subtlety that they make you wonder at the power of the natural creative process that went into their creation. The landscape of Ladakh is enriched by both natural and man-made marvels, making a trip a wonderful experience that will leave you with unforgettable experiences. Ladakh is one of the best places to visit in the world, Spectacular in its depth and fascinating in the intensity and variety of its sensations. Hereby, listing the best of places to be explored in its two major regions whilst: Kargil & Leh.

04 Nights / 05 Days

Triangle Tour of Ladakh

10 Nights / 11 Days

Manali Ladakh Jeep Safari

08 Nights / 09 Days

Panoramic Ladakh With Pangong

10 Nights / 11 Days

Magical Ladakh Tour

10 Nights / 11 Days

Glorifying Ladakh Tour

07 Nights / 08 Days

Adventurous Ladakh Tour

07 Nights / 08 Days

Adventurous Kashmir Ladakh Tour

11 Nights / 12 Days

Shimla Manali Tour with Ladakh

10 Nights / 11 Days

Motorcycle Tour of Ladakh

06 Nights / 07 Days

Thrilling Ladakh Mountain Biking Tour

Traditions and Culture
From over ages, authors and travellers were unable to replace the word Shangri La to define northern India's distant land of Ladakh. Yet, this area of the Tibetan Plateau is indeed an unexpected paradise at a glimpse. The culture, economy and society of Ladakh has been affected by several factors - the fact that Ladakh neighbours Tibet in the east, in the north by the Chinese province of Xiniang, in the northwest by Pakistan, in the west by Kashmir and in the south by the Himachal Pradesh valleys of Lahaul and Spiti, also by Central Asia - how the culture and community that has evolved in Ladakh over the years to the present day has influenced and shaped all these areas. 
 
The Ladakhi population, similar to the religion and culture of Tibet and Central Asia, is primarily Buddhist. Buddhism has been propagated from India via Ladakh to Tibet. There are Buddhist rock engravings also in Muslim populated areas such as the Dras and Suru valley. Cooperation - throughout the extended family and in the village - characterises their way of life. The young learn from and assist the aged, and the distinction between women's and men's work and rights has no rigidity. Life is infused with great stability and peacefulness in Ladakh. Virtually unseen are violence and poverty.
 
Religion profoundly influences the culture of the people, and Ladakhis engage in monastic festivals during the year. The Chams (mask dances), highly choreographed dances performed by lamas (monks), to the music of the monastic orchestra, are followed by monastic festivals.
The rich oral literature of songs and poems for each case is one of the most significant aspects of Ladakhi culture.
 
Fair and Festivals

Fairs and Festivals of Ladakh:

Celebrations in Ladakh are eagerly awaited aspects and are observed with great fanfare and entertainment. 'Daman' and 'Surna' follow these. Natives eagerly await festivals in Ladakh to celebrate. Hemis Festival outstands the remainder among the famous ones. This fiesta is celebrated at the famous Hemis Monastery as the birth anniversary of Guru Padmasambhava. 

 
Festivals held in Ladakh are, by default, either harvest-related or socio-religious. The religious dance of the lamas (monks) is called Chhams and is connected to the monastic festivals, where the music of the monastic orchestra is performed. Chhams are not intended for fun, but are sacred, invoking blessings in order to fight against evil.
 
To celebrate a variety of festivals, Ladakh is ornamented brightly. Other festivals celebrated here are Sindhu Darshan, the May-June Full Moon Day Festival (Guru Purnima) and the September Festival in Ladakh, Dosmoche Festival- celebrated in February, Losar Festival (A Tibetan Festival celebrated on the first day of the lunisolar Tibetan calendar) and Tak-Tok Festival (celebrated in the month of July and August on the 10th day of the Lunar Tibetan Calendar)
 
Must Visit Place

Must Visiting Places in Ladakhi:

The awe sticking beauty of Ladakh with distinct culture is a treasure for a traveler awaiting exploration. However, here is a list of ‘not to miss’ places when in Ladakh:

  1. Hemis Monastery- Hemis Monastery is one of India's most prominent Buddhist monasteries and is renowned for its annual festival of masks, also known as Hemis Festival. The festival is celebrated in memory of Guru Padmasambhava, who is considered to be the reincarnation of Gautam Buddha.
  2. Pangong Lake- It is Ladakh's prime attraction, transforming colors from azure to light blue to green and grey. Because of the Bollywood movie "3 idiots" that was filmed here, it became a tourist hotspot.
  3. Alchi Monastery- The walls depicting the details of the Hindu kings as well as the teaching of Buddhism adorn the place. The monastery of Alchi receives a major footfall. The complex also has an enormous Buddha statue, which is also a popular tourist attraction.
  4. Nubra Valley- The beauty of the Nubra Valley can be characterized as unreal or unearthly. As the weather is good and enjoyable, this is one of the recommended places to visit in Leh Ladakh in July.
  5. Leh Palace- The palace retains within it an unparalleled aura that is sufficient to impress the tourists. The architecture of the palace, built in the 17th century, is influenced by Lhasa's Potala Palace, making it a fine example of medieval Tibetan architecture.
  6. Thiksey Monastery- Thiksey is one of the lovely Buddhist monasteries in Ladakh, similar to the Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet. Thiksey's collection of Buddhist books, papers, sculptures, scripts, stupas, swords, and Thangka paintings is large and precious.
  7. Diskit Monastery- This is the oldest and largest monastery in the Nubra valley, which belongs to the Gelugpa (yellow hat) sect of Tibetan Buddhism, also known as Deskit/ Diskit Gompa.
  8. Magnetic Hill- Another of the best places to visit will be Magnetic Hill in Leh Ladakh. It is situated on the Leh-Kargil Highway, 30 km from Leh.
  9. Khardung La Pass- The pass of Khardung La is a gateway to some of the most scenic and unexplored landscapes. Khardung La is located in the Leh district of the Indian Union Territory, at an elevation of 5,359 meters. It is hailed as the world's highest motorized pass.
  10. Kargil- A trip to Leh Ladakh without a visit to Kargil, which is one of Ladakh's prime tourist locations, is incomplete. For outdoor lovers, it is also a sanctuary as they may enjoy activities such as trekking and mountaineering. Kargil War Memorial is a definite visit landmark here.
 
Cuisine
As the inhabitants of Ladakh have a culture close to that of the people of Tibet, it is so discreet that in Ladakh the food habits and cuisines of Tibetans are largely observed. Ladakhi food is suited to the location's harsh climatic conditions. Of course, due to the number of international visitors, there are many multi-cuisine restaurants in Ladakh.
 
The two favourite foods of the Ladakhi people are Tsampa, roasted barley flour, and Thukpa, a noodle soup. For trekkers, Tsampa comes handy and is preferred as a food for trekking. Another popular dish that traditionally belongs to Ladakh is Skyu. Without tasting Gur-gur chai, the popular Tibetan salted butter tea, and Chang beer, a trip to Ladakh would not be complete. Ancient recipes that are still common in Ladakh include food items such as Paba and Tangutur as well as Butter Tea. Most visitors may not be especially smitten of Ladakhi cuisine, but one can try out a perfect home-cooked flavour from among the many community guest houses for a genuine Ladakhi taste.
 
FAQ’s

Leh is the capital city of Ladakh.

 

Ladakh was given the status of Union Territory on 31st October 2019.

The largest town in Ladakh is Leh.and the second largest town in Ladakh is Kargil.

Ladakh is situated at a height of 9800 feet (3000 metres) above the sea level.

One can reach Ladakh by Air or by road. Air route is the most convenient way to get to Ladakh which is well connected through Major cities like Delhi, Jammu, Chandigarh, Srinagar, and many others via direct and connecting flights. While by road route has two options; one is from Srinagar and the other from Manali. It is about 474 kilometre from Manali  to Leh via Keylong, including one night stay. And from Srinagar to Leh it is about 434 kilometres, through Sonamarg, Drass, Kargil, Mulbekh, and Lamayuru. From May to October, every road is open.

The best time to visit Ladakh is from April to July as during this period the temperature ranges 15 to 30 Degree Celsius. Else throughout the year Ladakh has extremely low temperature.

Untill and unless there is any hostility going on there it is very much safe to travel to Ladakh.

It takes around two to three days to acclimatize and to become more adaptive, take the following actions: Maintain your hydration, avoid any vigorous activity, and avoid drinking and smoking.

The Inner Line licenses and the Protected Area permits are required while traveling in Ladakh. The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Office in Leh issues the permit. It is crucial to have these permissions with you when travelling through these areas:
•    - Shyok
•    - Changla Pass
•    - Pangong Tso
•    - Turtuk
•    - Tang Tse
•    - Chumthang Valley
•    - Tso Moriri
•    - Dha Hanu Valley
•    - Khardungla Pass
•    - Nubra Valley
•    - Batalik


 

The most commonly used campsites are at:
•    - Pangong Lake.
•    - Tso Moriri.
•    - Nubra Valley.
•    - Sarchu.
•    - Jispa.

Tourists can take part in festivities including Hemis Festival, Losar Festival, Sindhu Darshan, Phyang Tsedup Festival, Dosmoche Festival, Saka Dawa Festival, Tak Tok Festival, Matho Nagrang Festival, Ladakh Festival, and many more.

 

The major tourist destinations of Ladakh are:
•    Pangong Tso Lake
•    Thiksey Monastery
•    A confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers
•    Hall of Fame
•    Gurdwara Pathar Sahib
•    Shanti Stupa
•    Hemis National Park
•    Khardung La Pass
•    Nubra Valley
•    Tso Moriri Lake
•    Magnetic Hill
•    Spituk Gompa
•    Diskit Monastery
•    Hemis Monastery
•    Kargil
 

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