This beautiful hill station was once a summer resource in South India for the British Government.

Must-Visit Places in Leh Ladakh

Well, there are some scenic destinations to witness in Ladakh. Indeed, you can term it as a land of paradise. Every traveler who has visited Leh & Ladakh has just fallen in love with those high snowy mountains and exotic climate. If you are planning to visit Ladakh shortly, then it is highly recommended to visit the below five destinations without any miss.

1. Pangong Lake –

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This is the main tourist attraction of Leh- Ladakh tour. Pangong Lake is the highest Brackish Lake in the world, which is situated at 14, 256 ft above sea level. The road to Pangong Lake is very typical, so it may take more time to reach Pangong Lake.

But once you reach the Lake, the scenic view is mesmerizing. The blue color water and the brown-colored mountains will make your day for sure. It is suggested to spend some time on the Bank of Pangong Lake to rejoice in the soul. If you are lucky, then you can cite the rare species of Black Necked Siberian Bird.

2. Magnetic Hill –

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This famous hill will fall on the road towards Leh. It is also known as Gravity hill, as the magnetic force in this particular area is very high. According to the experience of travelers, the magnetic force automatically pulls the vehicles uphill. Well, when you are in the land of Paradise, it is obvious to experience such magical things. The Border Roads Organizations have signaled the area with big boxes so that the tourists can enjoy the magnetic force in real.

3. Nubra Valley

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You can term it as a dessert among those high Snowy Mountains. Yes, Nubra Valley will give you the feeling of Arabian nights with its dunes. Nubra Valley ensures you great pictures of nature, as it has got the view of Indus valley in the south and Siachen Glaciers in the North. This valley is also termed “the valley of Flowers,” as some beautiful and vibrant flowers grow in this region. The best time to visit Nubra Valley is during the autumn season.

4. Diskit Gompa –

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Apart from the scenic views, the Leh-Ladakh tour also includes some historical sites. This historical Gompa is also known as Diskit Monastery. According to reports, this monastery is the oldest and largest surviving monastery in Leh. There is a big statue of Cho Rinpoche in the monastery since the 14th century. At present, the monastery administers a school for the Tibetan children, in association with the “Tibet Support Group.”

5. Sangam Point

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This is the point where the Zanskar and Indus River have met, thus it is termed as the point of Sangam. After meeting, the river flows towards Pakistan. Thus it is one of the mesmerizing scenes in those high mountain passes. As Zanskar is always frozen and the Indus River is warm, the meeting point seems very fascinating. Again, the atmosphere at Sangam point is very soothing.