Ladakh
is the land of ultimate natural ecstasy. With the milky white
monasteries at the laps of snowy mountains, warm hearted hospitality
amidst shivering cold, adrenaline boosting trekking through mystic
forests, Ladakh completes your tour to India.
The surreal scenic beauty
Open
your eyes to the spellbinding beauty of saline waters at the Pangong
Lake. As the White Mountains reflect over the blue waters, the water
reservoir becomes a photographer’s love. When the lake freezes during
winters, it becomes ideal for ice skating.
Your
next destination can be the Tso Moriri, the sweet water lake. As you
travel 15000 feet high to check out the crystalline waters, the deep
green vegetation all round the lake is a pleasant surprise in the rugged
terrain of Ladakh.
Have
you ever travelled on a car without ignition? If not, be at the
Magnetic hill of Ladakh trip to drive over the steep slopes with the
natural magnetic power of the hills.
Nubra
Valley with its carpet of bright aromatic flowers is just like scenery
out of your childhood drawing book. The sand dunes of the Nubra Valley
are an amazing experience at the snow land of Ladakh.
The magnificent monasteries
Ladakh
is a unique place where you find the blend of Indian, Tibetan and
Buddhist cultures. The serenity of the place attracted monks and hence
the whole of Ladakh is dotted with several monasteries. Besides being
the largest monastery of Ladakh, the Hemis monastery is also the seat of
the colourful religious festival, Hemis Tsechu. The rare paintings and
the large Buddha statue of the monastery are precious.
The
Shanti Stupa, located at the high altitude of 4267 metres, is a pure
white structure offering panoramic views of the surroundings. Prayers
truly come out from the deep core of your heart as the sun rises here
from behind the snow cladded mountains and the sky plays with colours.
Be
at the Lamayuru and Alchey moastery to check out the ancient wall
paintings, which are excellent examples of bright coloured mural
paintings.
The exciting trekking trips
The
steep slopes and the undulating land of Ladakh is a challenge to any
adventure sports lover. While the Zanskar and Marka valleys are heavens
for trekkers, the Stok Kangri and the Kangyaze Peak are considered best
for mountaineering. The gushing waters of Zanskar and Indus River excite
the white water rafters. Who can imagine a camel ride a snowy land!
Yes, Ladakh is the only place where you can enjoy a fun ride over a two
humped camel.
The
Khardungla Pass is the highest motor road of the world and hence a must
visit for every bike rider. The soft green grass of the Leh Polo ground
beckons tourists to enjoy a game of Polo while sports lovers cannot
miss a round of archery, the traditional sport of Ladakh.
The culinary delicacies
Enjoy
steaming local brew, known as Chang, butter or salt tea as the snow
covers the hills and valleys of Ladakh. The pan shape khambir bread
serves as an ideal breakfast while the wheat, barley combination of Paba
and Tangtur forms the staple food of Ladakh. Skyu is another delicacy
of the place, a blend of wheat, meat and vegetables. While on trekking
trips, tourists generally love to enjoy the fast cooked food of thentuk,
the noodle soup which is yummy when mixed with yak mutton. Thukpa is
another famous noodle soup which originated from Tibet. Savour hot
minced meat wrapped momos dipped in homemade sauce, enjoying the snow.
Hence, Ladakh is a favourite among mountain lovers for its natural bliss and heart warming home stays.