Location: Leh
Top Things to do in Leh
Top 10 Things to do in Leh, Jammu and Kashmir
The Ladakh capital city of Leh lies near the eastern parts of Jammu and Kashmir, on the crossroads of the historic "Silk Route" from Sinkiang to West Asia and to the plains of India. The humbling monasteries of Shey, Hemis, Alchi, Thikse and Lamayuru will nurture your spiritual needs, and the landscape of Leh provides for a number of adventure activities including mountaineering, white-water rafting and trekking along the Markha Valley.
Restaurants in Leh
1. Pangong Tso
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5.0 based on 3,466 reviews
Reviewed By LataV - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
This is one of the few endorheic basins in India...i.e the water does not naturally flow as a outlet to another water body like a river etc. This is also a salt water lake which lies in India and China and no prize for guessing why it does not have any kind of marine life or flora habituating its waters. In fact a line of control also lies within the lake...While this part of the review takes care of some hard facts pertaining to the lake...now comes the amazing magical part. No visit to Leh can be complete without a visit to this mesmerising lake. The colour of the lake is a reflection of the sky at any point of the day. The water is always calm and peaceful with little gentle waves touching the shores silently. Its so still that you can actually hear your own breath when the man made noise around you comes to a stop. The best way to visit this place is to stay overnight as one then gets to see the lake in its various moods and time....in the afternoon under the blazing day sun, in the evening while the sun is setting , the early morning sun-rise. Each of these bring a different facet of this beautiful water body and should not be missed. There are many camps lining up the Pangong Tso and its worth its while to stay back at one of these.
2. Thiksey Monastery
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4.5 based on 1,730 reviews
Reviewed By GlobalTravelerCritic - Agra, India
Thikse Monastery is a gompa i.e a Tibetan-style monastery that is affiliated with the Gelug sect of Tibetan Buddhism. It is located on top of a hill in Thiksey approximately 19 kilometers (12 mi) east of Leh. It is noted for its resemblance to the Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet and is the largest gompa in central Ladakh, notably containing a separate set of buildings for female renunciates. The monastery is located at an altitude of 3,600 meters or say 11,800 ft above sea level. The climb is difficult for many. There is a beautiful Buddha Statue. The site is very old. There is a good restaurant at the foothill of the monastery, but it offers buffet lunch till 3:00 pm, it also has clean rest rooms Great place to visit.
3. Shanti Stupa
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4.5 based on 690 reviews
Reviewed By LetsGoSightseeing - Noida, India
Shanti Stupa is the chorten on the hilltop that can be seen from almost anywhere in Leh. We also got a panoramic view of the sprawling city from the Stupa. It holds the relics of the Buddha at its base. It's religious significance for Buddhists & affords sweeping views of the surrounding landscape. This makes it a well-frequented destination.
4. Gurdwara Pathar Sahib
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4.5 based on 1,263 reviews
Reviewed By Harjasstravels - Amritsar, India
Hello Frineds,,, First a Big Thanks to Sikh Indian Army for well managed the Gurudwara Shri Pather Sahib ji,,, Great Admin,,,,,, Big Salute for Every Thing ,,,,,
5. Confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers
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4.5 based on 1,554 reviews
Reviewed By insearchofmyself - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
One can go to the confluence point of the Indus and Zanskar rivers on a day trip visiting all the sightseeing points in and around Leh. The most amazing pat of this confluence is the two distinctive shades of blue converging together.The views are best seen as you travel to this point from Leh on the NH1. This is suppose to be one of the highest altitude river rafting points. So if you are visiting during the month of june july you can give it a shot. There is also a small canteen near the entrance. One can enjoy the marvelous views sitting near the stairs that lead down to the sangam point while sipping your hot coffee.
6. Hemis National Park
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4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By dgpdotco - Springwood, Australia
I camped just short of the village of Rumbak in Hemis National Park. Camping in winter there is a great experience as long as you're ready for the cold. Overnight it got down to -25c but the Austrian Army issue down sleeping bags did the trick. We were also fortunate enough to spot 3 snow leopards while here. A mum and 2 cubs attacked a heard of blue sheep. A sight I'll never forget.
7. Hall of Fame
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4.5 based on 1,741 reviews
Reviewed By RJTK
wonderful army museum is built by Indian Army with two floor with different kind of weaponry and apparels of army. it was built in memory of those brave Indian soldiers who gave their life in war with Pakistan.you got to see this museum...
8. Tanglang La
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4.5 based on 228 reviews
Reviewed By Ujjawaljio - Ahmedabad, India
The highway takes you to Manali..A beautiful place through beautiful journey...You would enjoy your ride..Here you will find many things to see out from your car..
9. Markha Valley
10. Magnetic Hill
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3.5 based on 1,490 reviews
Reviewed By viveks3
It’s in the outskirts of Leh. Your driver will definitely take you there and you will be seeing a surprising phenomenon first time in your life which you will capture in still and movie. The name is self explanatory, proven when your car will move uphill with the engine switched off. This will not happen to you though!
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