1. Shanti Stupa
Address: Shanti Stupa Rd, Leh, Jammu and Kashmir 194101.
Shanti Stupa is located on the hilltop of Chanspa that overlooks Leh Town. It was built by Buddhist saints and Japanese to commemorate 2500 years of Buddhism. This is a white-domed Chorpen where you can you meditation, can enjoy the stunning views of Leh city, capture amazing photos, etc.
2. Pangong Lake
Address: Pangong Tso.
This is one of the largest freshwater lakes in Asia and attracts visitors with its scenic views. It spreads around 100kms and surrounded by breath-taking mountains. You can enjoy camping, bird watching, Skating festival in the winter season, and capture stunning views in your camera.
3. Royal Leh Palace
Address: Namgyal Hill, Leh, Jammu and Kashmir 194101.
This is a 17th-century palace that attracts visitors with stunning medieval Tibetan architecture. The interior is decorated in a way that it has the moderate atmosphere in all season. It is located on the top of beautiful Tsemo Hill and it was the former residence of the Royal family of Leh. This 9-stories palace houses a museum with Royal belongings like Jewellery, costumes, murals, etc.
4. Tso Moriri Lake
Address: Tso Moriri, 194404.
This largest Alpine lake in India is situated on the foot of Greater Himalayas. It has amazing blue waters, enjoy surrounding breath-taking mountains, enjoy camping, bird watching, winter festivals, enjoy a beautiful sunrise and take beautiful pictures.
5. Khardung La Pass
Address: Khardung La, 194101.
This pass is popular for mountain biking. This is was the ancient caravan route to transport materials from Leh town to other Asian regions. This pass is considered as the gateway to Nubra and Shyok Valleys and it is situated at an elevation of 5359m above sea level. Through this route, you can enjoy the stunning views of snow-capped mountains.
6. Namgyal Tsemo Gompa
Address: Namgyal Tsemo, Leh, 194101.
This monastery is situated near to Leh Palace and attracts visitors with stunning views of surrounding snow-capped mountains, Indus River, amazing Tibetan architecture, etc. You can find inside a 3 storied golden statue of Maitreya Buddha and amazing wall paintings. Views of Zaskar Mountain from here are really awesome.
7. Diskit Monastery
Address: Diskit, Jammu and Kashmir 194401.
This is the oldest and largest monastery in Nubra Valley. This 14th-century monastery was built by Changzem Tserab Zangpo, who was the founder of Gelugpa and the highest attraction of this monastery is the statue of Cho Rinpoche and also 160ft tall statue of the Jampa Buddha on a hilltop below the monastery.
8. Hemis National Park
Address: Jammu and Kashmir.
Hemis National Park is famous for snow leopards and located in the eastern Ladakh region of Jammu & Kashmir. It was opened in 1981 and considered as the largest protected area for snow leopards. This is a paradise for bird watching lovers and you can spot more than 70 species of birds, 16 mammal species, etc from here.
9. Nubra Valley
Address: Nubra Valley, 194401.
This valley attracts visitors with its scenic surrounding beauty like amazing landscapes, lush greenery, rich collection of orchids, the beautiful Nubra & Shyok Rivers. Also, visit plenty of Buddhist monasteries in this valley with stunning architecture. Enjoy camel rides and Jeep safaris over here.
10. Magnetic Hill
Address: Magnetic Hill, 194101.
This is a paradise for climbers and hikers. This is a gravity hill that is popular for possessing magnetic properties and it is located on the Leh-Kargil-Baltik national highway. The hill is situated at an elevation of 14,000 feet above sea level. You can enjoy trekking, climbing, Yak Safari, etc from here.
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