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Towering mountains, picture-postcard lakes, and magnificent monasteries make Ladakh, the land of high passes, a must-visit destination. The enchanting landscape and stunning views make it an ideal place to visit with your significant other. If you are planning a trip to Ladakh soon, here are the ten best places, which you must add to your Ladakh tour package.
This ethereal lake is located at a height of 4,350m above sea level. Featured in the Bollywood hit, ‘3 Idiots,’ it is one of the most popular places to visit in Ladakh. To witness Pangong’s beautiful sunrise and sunset, spend a night in the camps there.
An impressive structure located in the Nubra Valley, the Diskit Monastery is said to be the oldest and the largest monastery there. It stands atop a hill located above the Shyok River’s floodplains. From the roof, you get a panoramic view of the valley.
This beautiful structure overlooks the city of Leh. You can either climb 500 steps or drive on a 5km-long road, to reach the entrance of the Stupa. It has two levels; both of which depict images of Lord Buddha.
You can visit the Hunder Sand Dunes, which are known for their double-humped camel safari, in Nubra Valley. The valley is situated at a height of about 3,657m and ranks among the highest deserts in the world.
This is central Ladakh’s biggest monastery. The stunning 12-storied Tibetan Buddhist structure has 10 temples, a place for 120 monks to live, and an assembly hall. Revel in the view of the Indus Valley here with your spouse.
Also called Leh Palace, this nine-storied structure was built in the 17th century by King Sengge Namgyal. The Palace Museum bears centuries-old crowns, ceremonial clothing, jewelry, and 450-year old Chinese Thangka (sooth) paintings.
Another breathtaking high altitude lake in Ladakh, Tso Moriri should be a part of your itinerary. It is situated in the secluded Rupshu Valley and is surrounded by soaring mountains. You will be happy to see the marmots and migratory birds over there.
Make a trip to the Zanskar in the summer or monsoon and enjoy river rafting with your loved one. In the winter, the river freezes. Those who seek a thrilling adventure can go for the Chadar Trek, which happens over the frozen river.
One of the highest motorable passes in the world, Khardung La is the gateway to Nubra and Shyok valleys. Supplies are carried to the Siachen Glacier through this pass and it lies on an important caravan route to Kashgar from Leh.
This is a memorial constructed by the Indian army, with some of the events, which took place during the Kargil war. A sandstone wall here bears the names of the Indian army personnel, who lost their lives in battle.
Among all the beautiful places, which make an appearance in any Ladakh tourism package, the above listed ten places are definitely the best.
