Sunday 8 December 2019

Must Visit Attraction in Ladakh

Ladakh is a place like no other. There are no words to express the beauty of this place. There is a bundle of attraction in Let Ladakh, filled with culture, art and pristine beauty. Read on to know more about the beauty and special attractions in Ladakh one shouldn’t miss.

The best time to visit Let, Ladakh is during the months of April-May. During this time the temperatures remain moderate and Srinagar is clear to commute.

The top 10 places one must visit are:



One of the best places to visit in Leh, Zanskar Lake is amongst the best desolate places in the Himalayan Range. Steep terrains covered with snow reflect the heavenly skies. It is also famous for seasonal white river rafting.

Best time to visit: June to September

The science behind the phenomenon is unknown but one has observed that if you leave a vehicle at the base of the hill with the brakes unlocked, it will start moving uphill slowly on its own. This makes it a must-go place to your list.


One of the famous Buddhist monasteries in India, Hemis Monastery is known for its annual mask festival. A 2-day celebration on the tenth month in the Tibetan calendar. The festival is celebrated in the memory of Guru Padmasambhava, who is believed to be the Gautam Buddha’s reincarnation.

Best time to visit: During the Hemis festival, June/July.

Fill your bags with souvenirs and local produce, the Leh Market offers beautiful Tibetan jewellery, motifs, decorated carpets and woollen clothes which we are sure will fulfil your shopping appetite.

Resembling the essence of the Potala Palace in Lhasa, the Leh Palace is situated on a cliff overlooking the charming town of Leh.

Best time to visit: August
It is the gateway which leads to Nubra and Shyok Valleys. For those adventure junkies, this is a must-visit place in Leh Ladakh. Khardung-la pass is one of the most difficult yet thrilling passes to ride on.

Best time to visit: May to September
A must visit in Ladakh, it is a tri-armed valley towards the northeast. The sand dunes of the valley might give you Arabian Nights like experience. It’s also a famous attraction for two-humped camels.

Best time to visit: July to September
Being the most famous lake in Leh Ladakh is situated at a height of 4350 metres. Through the world’s 3rd highest motorable mountain pass Chang La Pass, one can reach this beautiful lake in about a 5-hour drive from Leh. A number of skiers and ice skaters from different parts of the world participate in the Gala festival held here every year.

Best time to visit: June to September


A close resemblance to Moon, this beautiful naturally occurring land is hard to miss on your way to Lamayuru. It is best to travel this place during the time of full moon giving you a unique experience with the moonlight reflecting on its surface.

Best time to visit: April to May
One of the beautiful, unbelievable and exciting experience. ‘Chadar’ refers to a blanket, because inn winters the Zanskar Lake freezes to a blanket of ice. Come to witness the transformation of colours of this frozen lake while you are on a trek on it. It is said that it is one of the most adventurous and toughest trek journeys.

Best time to visit: January and February

Lakes in Ladakh


 Renowned for its remote mountain beauty and well balanced traditional culture, Ladakh is one of the most sparsely populated regions in India. The erstwhile Buddhist Kingdom with its arid mountains, dramatically crowned rocky outcrops, picturesque Gompas, meditational mani walls and multi-hued flags makes Ladakh top every traveller’s list providing for once in a lifetime experience.

Equipped with all aspects of a perfect vacation, Ladakh proudly houses a number of lakes that can’t be ignored.

- Pangong Tso 
Being the most famous lake in Leh Ladakh is situated at a height of 4350 metres. Through the world’s 3rd highest motorable mountain pass Chang La Pass, one can reach this beautiful lake in about a 5-hour drive from Leh. A number of skiers and ice skaters from different parts of the world participate in the Gala festival held here every year.

Best time to visit: June to September


- Tso Moriri Lake
The largest lake in the region, Tso Moriri is situated at an altitude of 15,075 feet. With a variety of bird species found here, the lake was declared as a wetland of international importance in the year 2003.
The two main routes to reach this place are Moore Plains and Changthang Valley.

Best time to visit: May to August and early September


- Kyun Tso and Ryul Tso
Know as the twin lakes in Leh Ladakh, they are situated at an elevation of 5000 meters above the sea level, the deep blue surface of this lake shimmers as the says fall on it.

Best time to visit: May to August

- Chagar Tso
On your way to Pangong Lake, come across another magnificent natural art of Chagar Tso. Its heaven on Earth for bird lovers. Find a vast variety of migratory birds at this particular place. Chagar Tso is known for its splendour beauty.

Best time to visit: June to September

- Tso Kar Lake
Connected by a small stream, Tso Kar is an art of nature. Its also a twin lake wherein the western part of it is salty and eastern part is full of freshwater.

Best time to visit: May to August

- Yarab Tso Lake
Located at a distance from the Nubra Valley, Yara Tso Lake is a splendid lake in Ladakh region. It is known to be a sacred place and the crystal clear water of this lake offers a barren surrounding.

Best time to visit: June to September


Each lake in Ladakh has a story to tell of its own. One cannot simply afford to miss out on these beauties situated on such high altitudes delivering the best nature can offer and at Hotel Nalanda Ladakh we can help you plan your itinerary to enjoy these amazing beauties.

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