Location: Ladakh
Top Things to do in Ladakh
10 Things to Do in Ladakh That You Shouldn't Miss
Bounded by the Karakoram and Himalayan mountains, Ladhak is the largest province in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The landscape of Ladhak, a high altitude desert, is defined by craggy, barren cliffs and plateaus. Ladhak is a favorite among adventure sports enthusiasts, offering unique adventures in trekking, mountaineering and white water rafting. While rafting options are available on both Indus and Zanskar rivers, the Zanskar course is more difficult and exciting. The trekking options range from short, day-long walks to visit monuments or monastic settlements to long, trans-mountain treks involving weeks of walking and camping in the wilderness. Ladhak celebrates a numbers of monastic festivals - annual events of the major monasteries primarily in winters. The month of September, hosts the Ladhak Festival, that gives a peek into the richness, depth and pageantry of Ladakh's centuries-old culture, traditions and folk heritage. One can witness the best samples of the region's performing arts, Archery contests and the Ladhak Polo Cup.
Restaurants in Ladakh
1. Pangong Tso
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
2. Vaishno Devi
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Mata Vaishno devi temple is situated in the state of Jammu & Kashmir and it is a holy place of Hindu Religion. Mata Vaishno Devi temple is situated in Trikuta hills of Himalaya in Jammu & Kashmir.
Reviewed By Nilesh P
I had visit 23 March Vaishno Devi Temple. It was great journey. My guide Lalan had arranged everything for me. He has arranged a horse ride to go on high in the mountain. I had visit there Vaishno Devi Temple and had there a Darshan. It was awesome. After that he brought us to Bhairo Baba Temple. Bhairo Baba Temple is on the top of the mountain. It was a unforgettable journey for me.
Jai Mata Di
3. Drass War Memorial
Overall Ratings
5 based on 371 reviews
4. Vaishno Devi Mandir
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 586 reviews
Vaishno Devi, also known as Mata Rani, Trikuta and Vaishnavi, is a manifestation of the Hindu Mother Goddess of MahaKali, MahaSaraswati and MahaLakshmi.
Reviewed By aah2014 - India
What can one say as a review of the most revered holy shrine of the country? Helicopter is difficult unless booked weeks in advance. Rates for ponies and palanquin are put up on the shrine notice board. There's no cheating whatsoever. Battery operated cars can also be used but only half way between
5. Hemis Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 200 reviews
Reviewed By Manbir G
Drive to Hemis is beautiful...while going stopped at Shey palace and Thiksay monasteries..on the way back take the smaller road back along the indus..stunning landscapes and the green river valley are too good.Hemis is almost invisible till you reach it.One of the oldest and preserved monasteries it survived pillaging due to the superb location
6. Nathatop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 201 reviews
Reviewed By GauravJ84 - Pune, India
We were bypassing this place enroute from Jammu to Kashmir. Due to excessive rain, highway was closed and we had to stay in Patnitop for a night.
Our driver suggested us to visit Nathatop as thinking there could be snow. We started for Nathatop, hired shoes and gloves. After going halfway, it was all white outside, snowing like anything. There weren't designated parking but parking park on side of road. Lot of snow to play with. Enough store to get tea and maggi.
Overall best place in Nathatop.
7. Alchi Monastary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 119 reviews
Reviewed By Karen D - Mumbai, India
Absolutely loved visiting the three temples, the paintings inside are mindblowing and some are some of the sculptures including the hidden 50 foot Buddha statue that many people miss going through a narrow door on the side of one of the smaller temples. The monastery is crumbling and severely needs repairs but having spent ten weeks around Ladakh, this is one monastery I definitely recommend visiting. Dress appropriately!
8. Lamayuru
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By Arunverma - India
Passed through Lamayuru moonland on way to Leh from Kargil .
The entire landscape of this region is awesome. We drove upto viewpoints to get breath taking views of the Mountains and the valley.The place is also called the "lunar landscape" or 'moonscape' because of the volcanic formations in the region that resemble those on the moon. This place is as interesting as the other places in the heaven called Ladakh, and defintiely, worth the visit.
9. Tso Moriri Lake
Overall Ratings
5 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By kiranpaulreddy - Gurugram (Gurgaon), India
Drove from Leh. It is a destination best enjoyed when you drive to it yourself. It has a lot treacherous roads and a lot of them with no tarmac. At a few places they are just Tyre marks on barren land. On your way to the lake you will get to see a lot of ancient villages and and some breathtaking views. There was another lake on the way to Tso Moriri Lake which appeared out of no where and was a pleasant surprise. You will end up crossing a few passes which again are worth the trouble. It's damn cold so pack heavily for winters. Contrary to popular belief there are ample places to stay there but camping would be a good idea. We took our car right up to the banks of the river and camped there. I still consider this to be the best so far. The way is pretty isolated so pack enough fluids and food. Enjoy
10. Hall of Fame
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Anmol m
The Indian struggle at various points in history whenever it was questioned bu enemies. The answers given by our strong defense services and the way the victories were achieved is truely splendous. Various cutting edge technologies used during war, the armoury, the way of existence in sub-human condition is truely the brings lot of gratitude for our defense services. Proud to be an Indian... Jai Hind
