Ladakh is making a special place in the hearts of people, which is known as an excellent tourist destination. The natural beauty here will make you crazy. Visiting monasteries, hiking in the mountains and camping by the lakes are some of the best attractions of Ladakh, to explore which tourists take a tour of Ladakh by bike. Ladakh and its surrounding places are liked a lot due to their natural beauty, calm natural environment, and picturesque views. Today in this episode we are going to give you information about important places to visit near Ladakh. So let's know about them...
Khardungla Pass
This place is also special because it is considered to be the entry point of the world's highest war zone Siachen Glacier and Nubra Valley. To go here also you will need Inner Line Permit and Restricted Area Permit. One can reach here by crossing the winding hairpin road. Due to Khardung La Pass being included in the list of highest places in Ladakh, the amount of oxygen there is very low, due to which the chances of altitude sickness increase when you go there. If you are going to Khardung La Pass, then carry medicines, etc. with you to avoid altitude sickness, otherwise you may fall prey to altitude sickness.
Tso Moriri Lake
Located at an altitude of 4,595 meters between Ladakh and Tibet, Tso Moriri Lake is the highest lake in India. Tso Moriri Lake is the twin lake of Pangong Lake, which is located inside the Changtang Wildlife Sanctuary. Let us tell you that this lake provides a beautiful environment and a peaceful atmosphere to the tourists coming here. Tso Moriri Lake flows about 28 km from north to south and has a depth of about 100 feet. The attractive Tso Moriri Lake is surrounded by barren hills with a backdrop of beautiful snow-capped mountains. By the way, people know very little about this lake, so there is not much crowd of tourists here.
Nubra Valley
The specialty of this place is that it is one of the highest roads in the world and India, where vehicles run. Apart from hotels, you can also stay in tents and camps here. You will also need a permit to reach here. Nubra Valley was earlier also known as Ladorma, which means 'Valley of Flowers'. This valley is also called the "Garden of Ladakh". The valley is decorated with "pink" and "yellow wild roses". Nubra Valley, located at a distance of 150 km from Leh, is very attractive and beautiful. The history of this valley is also very old.
Turtuk Village
People of all three religions, Hindu, Muslim, and Buddhist, live in this village. This village is located on the banks of the Shyok River, where after going there you will get to see a very beautiful and wonderful view. This is a village that India snatched from Pakistan in 1971, which has now become a part of India. This village is surrounded by mountains on all sides and is situated on the banks of Shyok River, after going there one feels like he is in a different world.
Magnetic HillMagnetic Hill in Ladakh is a must-go place. The theory of gravity does not work here. The signboard here reads 'Phenomenon that defies gravity'. This road is also known as the magnetic road. Here, if the vehicle is parked on the road in a neutral mode without starting it, it starts moving uphill on its own. Tourists from India and abroad come here every year to see this sight with their own eyes and know its secret.
Thikse Monastery
Thikse Monastery is located at a distance of 19 kilometers from Leh. This is a very beautiful place. There is a 12-storey high building here which is the largest monastery in the region. Where you can see magnificent stupas, statues, paintings, thangkas, and swords. There is also a large pillar here in which the messages and sermons given by Lord Buddha are written. Another attraction here is the Thikse Festival organized in this monastery which lasts for two days. Shey Gompa and Matho Gompa are also present near this place which are other attractions here.
Pangong Tso
The high-altitude Pangong Lake is popular for its beautiful views. Located at a distance of 150 km from Leh, this lake can be reached by crossing the Changla Pass. The blue water of this lake will soothe your eyes. You will need an Inner Line Permit to reach here. The best time to visit here is April to September. Being a beautiful place in Leh Ladakh and being a hot spot for shooting many films, this lake has gained a lot of popularity. Pangong Lake is a major tourist destination of Leh-Ladakh due to its natural beauty, crystal waters gentle hills, and beautiful landscape of the area.
Diskit Monastery
This is the main town of Nubra Valley. Scapegoat is organized here every year in February. Diskit Monastery is considered to be one of the largest and oldest monasteries in Nubra Valley. This monastery is situated in the mountains above Diskit village in Nubra Valley of Ladakh, which is also known as "Future Buddha". This monastery is about 350 years old, in which a 106-foot-high statue of Maitreya Buddha is installed. This monastery is considered to be one of the oldest and largest monasteries in Nubra Valley.
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