5 Most Popular Places to visit Leh Ladakh

The valley of Leh-Ladakh far from the chaotic world of the madding crowd lures nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts with its endless beauteous possibilities for exploration.

The remoteness of ‘leh’ often makes tourists hesitant about visiting leh but once you are there, you know that you have arrived in a ‘paradise’ for sure. Thus, the importance of Leh-Ladakh as a tourist spot is on the rise in recent times. Foreign tourists too have the privilege to visit this paradisiacal land and soak in its ethereal beauty. That was far back in 1974. Today tourists from every corner of the nation plus the world visit Leh Ladakh to drink its heavenly natural beauty to lees.

When you visit Leh-Ladakh, set in the furthest point of North India, you’ll indeed feel it’s a real soul-enriching experience. The green pristine vales and soaring mounts cuddled amid Himalayan splendor will give a boost to your senses. You will definitely come to feel that you have arrived in a sublime enchanted world that has a destiny of its own, set apart from that of the chaos in the greater world around!

Well, as a tourist, you might be curious to know about the must-visit places of Leh-Ladakh. Here it is:

1- Nubra Valley

Nubra valley

This is a deep valley made out of the Shyok River and Nubra River. It is often called the ‘Valley of Flowers’ by the locals. The valley has a hamlet of villages centering around the green oasis and picturesque beauty is made out of the boulder fields, rugged arid mountains, and scree slopes that surround the valley. You can take a chartered jeep drive to Nubra Valley from Leh.

2- Pangong Lake

Pangong Lake

When you are in Ladakh, you must visit the Pangong Lake. Your journey to this beautiful lake starts from the village named ‘Thiksey’ which is dotted with many famous monasteries. Pangong Lake is 160 km away from Leh. The topography around this lake is worth observing. The range of mountains surrounding this lake creates a very interesting mirage-like effect and a journey that seems a 10 minutes journey would actually take hours. The beauty of ‘Pangong Lake’ beckons you but the lake moves afar and afar!

3- Tso Moriri Lake

Tso Moriri Lake

Visit the Tso Moriri Lake which lies in the Ladakh Changthang region. This lake is situated at the highest point of the Indian subcontinent and there is no second-highest-altitude lake like Tso Moriri in our country. In fact, it is the largest one and has earned the title of ‘Tso Moriri Wetland Conservation Reserve’. The ambiance around this lake of pure blue pristine waters is so holy that it will readily uplift your spirits

4- Hemis

Hemis National Park

Hemis is one must-visit monastery in Ladakh. It is the monastery of Ladakh situated 45km away from Leh. You can easily drive to Hemis because there is motor-able road accessibility. This monastery is well-famed for certain rich artifacts and ancient remnants that it has preserved to date. When you get to see the collections like the copper statue of Lord Buddha, gold as well as silver Stupas, beautiful murals, sacred Thangkas, etc are all which would indeed make your journey to Hemis, a lifetime experience

5- Sham Valley

Sham Valley

The Sham Valley too will reflect a rugged topography, with huge mountainous ranges touching the majestic blue sky. If you wish to get drenched in the traditional Ladakhi flavor visiting Sham Valley and holding a picnic at the foothills is a good idea indeed. However, don’t forget to involve the local villagers in it. Plus, make it a point to visit the nearby monasteries such as Alchi, Spituk, Phyang, Lamayuru, etc.

So next time when you have plans to visit Leh-Ladakh, you would know well which all places are best for a tourist visit. Don’t lose a minute. Just pack your bag and step out!