Top Tourist Attraction to see in Ladakh
Ladakh is totally a place of natural beauty which needs to be admired and captivates both the mind and soul of visitors. It is surrounded with pristine beauty and there are so many attractions that need to be seen in Ladakh. Some of them are listed as under:
Zanskar Valley
The Zanskar Valley is one of the best places to visit in Ladakh. The steep terrains and the surpassing mountains make it an offbeat place yet deserves attention to the most. One of the main things to find here is the Zanskar River which is famous for white river rafting.
June to September is the best time to go for Zanskar Valley and the roads are all cleared of snow. During snowfall, the skies all reflect the beauty of what Leh has to offer.
Magnetic Hill
Now, this place will sure sound magic to you. Magnetic Hill is another of the offbeat destination of Ladakh. The one reason why this region is famous is that if you keep your vehicle at the base and the brakes are not locked, then the vehicle will automatically come down by itself.
This is all because of the power of gravitation which pulls the vehicle down. People normally visit this place only to see this phenomenon of work.
Kargil
A true Indian cannot miss out Kargil when they visit Ladakh. This city is surrounded on the banks of Indus River and Kargil is the second largest town in Ladakh. Kargil is best for adventure enthusiasts which includes trekking and mountaineering.
If you want to visit Kargil, the best time is during the summer seasons from June to September. The temperatures are cool at this time of the year.
Diskit Monastery
Diskit Monastery is one of the oldest monasteries located in Ladakh and it is located in the middle of Nubra Valley. It was established in the 14th century by Changzem Tsera Zangpo. The Buddhist monastery is quite big and surrounds a huge area.
From Buddhist statues to scriptures and idols of Gods, Diskit Monastery is located in the breathtaking views and this monastery can provide you with inner peace and tranquility.
Tso Moriri Lake
This lake is a lesser-known lake and it is located near to Chang Tang Wildlife Sanctuary. The backdrop of the surrounding is filled with lofty mountains and it is best to gaze at the night sky under the brightening stars.
This lake evolves from the Mountains and you are sure to find some very rare Himalayan range animals like the bare headed goose, brown-headed gull, etc.
Hemis National Park
Hemis National park is the second largest national park in East Asia. You can find so many endangered species like the Tibetan wolf, Asiatic ibex, etc. The red fox is one of the rare species that you are sure to find here. This is the place for nature lovers and bird watchers. The surrounding is totally pollution free and serene.
You can also find many varieties of bird species in this national park. The best time to visit May to September.
Pangong Tso Lake
The Pangong Tso Lake is one of the famous tourist spots in Ladakh. It is all because of the shooting of 3 idiots near the lake. This Lake is all known for the camping sites that it provides. This lake is filled with tourists all through the year.
Nubra Valley
The Nubra Valley is a tri-armed valley which faces the northeast. The sand dunes give you the feeling of staying in Arab. This valley is known for its two-humped camels. You should be in one which you are enjoying the scenic views.
The best time to visit Nubra Valley is between the times of June to September. The weather remains pleasant at this time.
