The surreal beauty of the land where the blue sky meets the mountains, Leh and Ladakh are truly a paradise to soothe your soul. The landscape view of the valleys will make it difficult to believe your eye. It will strike your mind once whether you are experiencing a reality of standing amidst the most mesmerizing roads and valleys or just seeing through a computerized portrait.
The unmatched beauty of Leh and Ladakh is bound with the magical air surrounding the mountains which will captivate your mind and soul. An untouched paradise gives a surprise at every bend of the valley with awe-struck views & calling in a world of silence.
It is considered ‘Little Tibet’ for sharing its border with Tibet and having a population that follows Tibetan Buddhism, Leh and Ladakh are famous for Buddhist Monasteries.
Let your inner callings find the serenity in every bent towards Leh and Ladakh. Located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, the humble land of Ladakh in India is cradled by the ice-capped Kunlun mountain range in the north and the Great Himalayas to the south Ladakh is a super friendly place to hang out with your friends and family or even try your first solo trip to the cold mountains will never disappoint you.
You can travel by bus, self-driven cars or bikes or by aeroplanes. You’ll be greeted by the most spectacular panoramic views of snow-capped mountains, ancient palaces, and Buddhist stupas.
Regardless of the transportation, you choose to travel, it's an adventurous experience in itself.
Just note a few things while travelling from the above-mentioned ways:
1. By Air
There are a limited number of flights to Leh and most of them originate from Delhi or Srinagar. The other option of a partial flight and road trip from Srinagar. You can fly to Srinagar and then take a road trip via Kargil to reach Leh.
But, opting to travel via air would means that you cannot acclimatise very easily and you may suffer from altitude sickness and need a few days to adjust. Hence, carry the necessary medicines for altitude sickness and prepare yourself with the ways to acclimatize.
2. By Bus
You can opt for a bus from Delhi, Manali or Srinagar. It takes approximately 18 hours for Manali to reach Leh via bus.
3. Self-driven vehicle
One of the most adventurous experiences you will ever encounter in your travel life. Every bent of the road will make you feel as if you have entered a whole new country and that's the beauty of the journey to Leh and Ladakh. The stunning landscapes and the myriad colours of the mountains are so surreal.
You can either opt for self-driven cars or bikes. You’ll pass through valleys, mountain passes, and waterfalls. There’s no sign of life around in many parts and that's how you will find the serenity within you.
Here is a list of the top most attractive things to do in Leh and Ladakh:
1. Monasteries
Spituk Monastery
Hemis Monastery
Stok Monastery
Thiksey Monastery
Lamayuru Monastery
Shey Palace and Monastery
Alchi Monastery
Diskit Monastery
2. White river rafting
3. Nubra Valley
4. Highest motorable pass, Khardung-La
5. Shanti stupa
6. Leh palace
7. Hall of Fame Museum, Leh
8. High altitude lakes:
Pangong
Tso Moriri
9. Trekking around the Leh and Ladakh:
Chadar Trek
Snow Leopard Trek
Best time to visit
The region of Ladakh rests in altitudes ranging from about 9,000 feet (2750m) at Kargil to 25,170 feet (7,672m) at Saser Kangri in the Karakoram. At these altitudes temperature extremities are intense. The best time to visit is in summer between June and October when the temperature is at its most pleasant. November invites heavy snowfall and temperatures drop drastically to negatives.
A few things to note:
Due to its high geographical altitude, oxygen levels are low. Initially you might find yourself breathing a little heavier than usual and its advised that you give your body time to acclimatize before setting out on any physical activity.
Drink lots of water. Keep yourself hydrated.
Avoid alcohol. Alcohol is your worst enemy in a high altitude region like Ladakh
Take it slow. Take deliberate small steps even if it feels like walking at a snail’s pace. During the initial few days of your stay in Ladakh, climbing a single flight of stairs can have you gasping for air.
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