Set amid the classic Himalayas, Ladakh is a rustic and wonderful beautiful travel destination. The Rocky Mountains, winding roads coupled with the lively cultural life maintain the enthusiasm and charm of this region. The iconic Magnetic Hill, the turquoise Pangong Lake, the union of two mystic rivers, ancient and awe inspirational monasteries and the highest passes are a few of the amazing attractions of Leh and Ladakh in general.

The wide range of trekking routes in Leh will satisfy your soul and enrich the senses. The moon like Desert Mountains continues to be an excellent destination for adventure seekers and followers of Buddhism and extraordinary mountain vistas. So, pack some travel necessities with you to explore the most fascinating destination of India and bring back mementoes of endless memories with you.

There are many places to explore in Leh. Leh is recognized for its lovely monasteries; apart from that some of the places to see are:-

If shopping seems like a stress-buster to you, then this list of the most prevalent shopping centers in Leh will be useful to you.

The best way to travel to Ladakh is by air. There are many flights flying to Ladakh during the peak season and also throughout the offseason.

There are two road ways to Leh Ladakh - one via Manali in Himachal Pradesh and the second one via Srinagar. Ladakh is around 434 km from Srinagar and around 494 km from Manali.

You cannot reach Ladakh directly by train. The nearest railway station from here is in Jammu Jammu Tawi (700 km from Ladakh) which is well-connected with Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata.

April to June is considered as the best time to visit Leh. The sun shines bright which keeps the day temperatures warm.

The Tibetan Kitchen, Bon Appétit, Alchi Kitchen, Sky Wok Restaurant, Namza Café, Lamayuru Restaurant, La Piazzetta, Penguin Garden Restaurant, Il Forno and Pumpernickel German Bakery are a few of the famous restaurants that you can try in Leh.

The Grand Dragon Ladakh, The Indus Valley, Yarab Tso, Sambhava Inn, Gomang Boutique Hotel, Shaoiln Ladakh, Hotel Lingzi, Lumbini Camp and Stok Palace Heritage are some of the hotels in Leh.

The Royal Heritage Resort is one of the famous resort in Leh.

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