The coldest desert of the world, Ladakh is located in the lap of the grand Himalayan and Karakoram Range of the state, Jammu and Kashmir. This place is also known as "Hermit Kingdom" where snow covers all the peaks in the winter season and its translucent Lakes, barren territory, dangerous passes and mystic culture holds the attractiveness of the place. Ladakh has become one of the famous vacation places among the Buddhist pilgrims as well as the tourists where lots of traffic can be seen in every year. The sounds of great diversity of birds like Hoopoe, Black Redstart, Brahminy Duck and other wild animals like Shapu, Bharal, Snow Leopards, Chiru and Argali speak about its wildlife.
Leh : Leh, the capital of Ladakh is placed in the height of 3505 meters from the sea level, Jammu and Kashmir in India. This is one of the most beautiful places of India and is the best visiting places especially during the summer seasons. The main attraction of the city is Leh Palace and Tsemo which were built by the king Sengge Namgyal and Tashi Namgyal, which are famous tourist destination. The peaks of the high altitude allow to do some adventurous activity like trekking, rock climbing and skiing during snowfall.
Dha-Hanu : Both the villages Dha and Hanu are located in the Dhahanu valley which is about 163 km apart from southwest of Leh, the capital of Ladakh. The cultural religious practices of both the villages are totally different from the other parts of Ladakh. All the people living in these two places have an appearance of Indo -European.
Central Ladakh : Central Ladakh is the foremost part of Ladakh, which was constituted by the Indus valley. This is the main tourist destination place and offers some beautiful visiting sites like the palace museum of Stok, Thiksey, Phyang, Ridzzong, Hemis, Alchi and many more.
Nubra Valley : Nubra Valley is located 150 km apart from the northern part of the capital, Leh. The meets of Shyok and Nubra River shows beautiful scenery which separates the Karakoram Ranges and Ladakh in two parts. The capital Diskit lives in approx. 118 km from Leh. At a distance of 7 km from Diskit, has grown up a small village which is very famous for double hump camels which is only found in central Asia and Nubra Velly. BOOK NOW
Changthang Area : The land of nomad. These tribes are called the "Khampas" or "Chamgpas". There are two race of nomads, one is the 'Ladakhi Nomads' and the other 'Tibetan nomads'. Tibetain nomads wear yak skin and live in movable tents. They can be seen moving around with their herds of yaks, goats, sheep, and cows in search of pasture lands. The area is also famous for its wild life. You may see snow leopards, foxes, wolves wild asses, antelopes, marmots and even some endangered species of birds like the bar headed goose, crested grebe, brahimi ducks, etc.
Zanskar : The Land of Religion, it is noted for its high ranges, fine Gompas and hospitable people. It has the largest number of Gompas in Ladakh region outside the Indus Valley. The land was virtually untouched until recently. It is now a popular destination for adventurous treks. The famous peaks of Nun & Kun are in Zanskar. Padum is the the main habitation and subdivisional headquarter. Nearby are two famous Gompas of Stagrimo & Pibithing. A two hour trek from Padum takes one to Karsha Gompa (16th Century).This is the largest and the wealthiest Gompa of this region. Other interesting Gompas of this region are - Sani (6kms from Padum), Stongdey(18kms), Bardan(12kms) and the Phugtal Gompa.
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