Little Tibet of India - Ladakh
The city is peaceful with panoramic views of mountain terrains, intriguing its travelers in every way possible. It is a heaven for trekkers and other sports enthusiasts. It has been an important place since medieval era. This maroon paradise is one of the major attractions to the traveler. There are few "must" visits of this place.
Copious Monasteries
Lamayuru Monastry has eclectic collection of paintings, murals, thangkas and scriptures that attracts tourists.
Alchi Monastry, few paintings are surmised to be of 11th -12th century. They are quiet exquisite.
Shey Monastry it is situated at the banks of river Indus, embellished with various shrines and stupas was earlier the summer abode to the royal family. The monastery has the statue of blue-haired Maitreya Buddha made of copper and brass which is mesmerizing.
Diskit Monastry
Located at Nubra valley it is one of the oldest monastery of that place. It is the 14th century structure with astronomical statute of Maitreya Buddha.
Hemis Monastry
This is one of the richest and largest monastic organizations in Ladakh. Besides the monastery it also encompasses a national park which is abode to various endangered species.
Thiksey Monastry
It is a 12-storey monastery dedicated to Goddess Tara. The exquisite, valuable stupas, wall paintings, statues and swords in the monastery are appeasing.
Royal Leh Palace
This is a 9-storey architecture was built in 17th century. It has a museum which displays exceptionally great collections of ceremonial crowns, dresses, ornaments etc.
Mesmerizing Valleys
Nubra valley has some of the amazing monastery as well as Khardung La pass, the highest motor able road. Bactarian camel is also very famous. A tour to this place is spellbinding.
Zaskar Valley is the place that is closed eight months a year because of the heavy snow fall in the region. This place lies between Himalayan mountains and Zaskar range, all marooned!
Suru Valley blooms in the spring. It has been new to the list of tourist attractions, being one of the most beautiful valleys in Ladakh.
Magnetic Hill
Being one of the most mysterious spots in Ladakh they can pull any vehicle up the slope while its ignition is off. This is often regarded as curious natural phenomenon.
Tranquil Lakes
Pangon Lake is utterly famous after being popularized in the film 3-idiots. This is a briny lake with its serene beauty to astound the tourists.
Tso Moriri Lake also known by the name of "Mountain Lake" is the largest lake at such high altitude in Trans-Himalayan region. This lake also abodes many migratory birds and beauty of it is breathtaking.
This place is a strongly recommended for the tourist to enjoy it's serenity and astounding beauty. One can easily book the holiday package from different websites. Just book the best deal available and then enjoy the vacation at Ladakh!
Copious Monasteries
Lamayuru Monastry has eclectic collection of paintings, murals, thangkas and scriptures that attracts tourists.
Alchi Monastry, few paintings are surmised to be of 11th -12th century. They are quiet exquisite.
Shey Monastry it is situated at the banks of river Indus, embellished with various shrines and stupas was earlier the summer abode to the royal family. The monastery has the statue of blue-haired Maitreya Buddha made of copper and brass which is mesmerizing.
Diskit Monastry
Located at Nubra valley it is one of the oldest monastery of that place. It is the 14th century structure with astronomical statute of Maitreya Buddha.
Hemis Monastry
This is one of the richest and largest monastic organizations in Ladakh. Besides the monastery it also encompasses a national park which is abode to various endangered species.
Thiksey Monastry
It is a 12-storey monastery dedicated to Goddess Tara. The exquisite, valuable stupas, wall paintings, statues and swords in the monastery are appeasing.
Royal Leh Palace
This is a 9-storey architecture was built in 17th century. It has a museum which displays exceptionally great collections of ceremonial crowns, dresses, ornaments etc.
Mesmerizing Valleys
Nubra valley has some of the amazing monastery as well as Khardung La pass, the highest motor able road. Bactarian camel is also very famous. A tour to this place is spellbinding.
Zaskar Valley is the place that is closed eight months a year because of the heavy snow fall in the region. This place lies between Himalayan mountains and Zaskar range, all marooned!
Suru Valley blooms in the spring. It has been new to the list of tourist attractions, being one of the most beautiful valleys in Ladakh.
Magnetic Hill
Being one of the most mysterious spots in Ladakh they can pull any vehicle up the slope while its ignition is off. This is often regarded as curious natural phenomenon.
Tranquil Lakes
Pangon Lake is utterly famous after being popularized in the film 3-idiots. This is a briny lake with its serene beauty to astound the tourists.
Tso Moriri Lake also known by the name of "Mountain Lake" is the largest lake at such high altitude in Trans-Himalayan region. This lake also abodes many migratory birds and beauty of it is breathtaking.
This place is a strongly recommended for the tourist to enjoy it's serenity and astounding beauty. One can easily book the holiday package from different websites. Just book the best deal available and then enjoy the vacation at Ladakh!
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