The high-altitude cold desert Ladakh, lies between the the Kunlun mountain range to the north and the Himalayas to the south. It is an enchanted land, which amid the global chaos of our new century, seems in control of its own destiny. Ladakh, known by different names such as ‘The Last Shangri-la’, ‘The Land of Numerous Passes’, ‘The Land of Mystic Lamas’, and ‘The Broken Moon’ is a perfect place to witness the unmatched beauty of nature.
Situated on the banks of the Indus River Ladakh is famous for its dramatic landscape and Buddhist heritage. Rock carvings found in many parts of Ladakh indicate that the area has been inhabited from Neolithic times. Buddhism spread into Ladakh from Kashmir in the 2nd century. The most attractive features of the Landscape are the Buddhists Gompas or Monasteries.
To set up your base in Leh is the best way to to explore this cold desert. Drive off to any direction from Leh and you’ll only find pristine beauty and serenity. The cold desert of Ladakh offers travelers a chance to participate in adventure sports like mountaineering, white water rafting and trekking. Wonderful view of colorful mountains and amazing landscape makes it one of the most favorite trekking destination. The passes for trekking are as high as 5,000 m in altitude are open from the June end up to mid October.
UNION TERRITORY : LADAKH
LOCATION : Ladakh is situated in the state of Jammu and Kashmir and lies between the Kunlun mountain range in the north and the main Great Himalayas to the south.
LANGUAGE : Ladakhi, Hindi and English.
WHEN TO VISIT : October to mid of June is the best time to visit Ladakh.
CLOTHING : Cotton and light woolen in summer and heavy woolen in winter.
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Ladakh is connected by good motorable roads to all major places. There are excellent bus services provided by State Road Transport Corporation, connecting Ladakh to other nearby cities.
The nearest railhead is Jammu Tawi is connected with all major cities and towns in India. Taxis are available from Jolly Grant Airport to reach Ladakh.
Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport Leh is connected by flights with Delhi, Jammu and Srinagar. Taxis are available from airport to reach Ladakh.
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