With the picturesque Karakoram in the North and the mighty Himalayas in the south, Ladakh is the place to be this summer. With June considered the best visiting time, don’t miss out on this exemplary Ladakh journey this year that covers everything from hills to rivers to monasteries while also having delightful weather. The unique Ladakh landscape is characterised by dry mountains enveloped by sparkling Himalayan glaciers, cold & barren deserts, sparse grasslands, stretches of rocky terrains, and water bodies with changing colours. Though it may seem like an unlikely place for a vacation, the experience of Ladakh will prove immensely beautiful through and through. Given below are the top five spots in Ladakh you definitely won’t want to miss!
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Royal Leh Palace
This is a former palace of the royal family of Leh and is also known as Lichen Palkhar. It was built in the 17th century and previously belonged to the royal family of Leh, it was one of the tallest structures during its years of glory. Later, it became an essential destination for the Buddhist religion and culture. Today, this palace has become a well-known and well-loved tourist spot. You can witness the gorgeous view of the Ladakh mountain ranges. It is exceptionally breathtaking in the early morning as the sun slowly rises, nestled between the peaks while the sky is a myriad of pinks and orange hues. The palace itself has a museum that showcases a rich collection of jewellery, crowns, ornaments, and ceremonial dresses as old as the 17th century.
Timings: 07.00 AM–04.00 PM, 7 days of the week
Entry Fees: INR 15/-
Pangong Lake
Covering a total area of 600 sq km, parts of the Pangong Lake are located in China and Tibet and India and is one of the best places to visit in Ladakh in summer. This lake remains frozen during the winter months and melts into this sparkling clear lake during the summer making June the prime time to visit the lake. It’s a saline water body with nothing more than a few crustacean species that are thriving in this lake. However, wildlife is prolific in its surroundings as you will find thousands of exotic birds fluttering around the lakeside with many exotic insect species as well. Camping beside the lake is preferred as you can make the most out of your stay here. You can sleep below the stars at night and wake up to the beautiful sunrise the next morning.
Timings: All-day
Entry Fees: Free
Thiksey Monastery
This Tibetan Buddhist Monastery also called the Thikse Gompa is a 12-storey beautiful building with many items that resemble Buddhism. It is one of the most famous spiritual places to visit in Ladakh in summer. You have the opportunity to connect with the Buddhist ethnicity. There are primitive scriptures, paintings, statues and swords that are worth seeing and also meditation practices and places where you can find and practice inner peace. While this monastery garners tourists all year long, June is the best month to explore the enchanting beauty of the monastery as the weather is soothing and you do not feel tired. Inside the complex of the monastery, you can also stop by the Tara Temple and check out the 21 images dedicated to the Goddess Tara.
Timings: 6.00 AM–1.00 PM and 1.30 AM–6.00 PM, 7 days a week
Entry Fees: INR 20/-
Gravity Hill
This is also called the Magnetic Hill, this region is claimed to have magnetic properties. Magnetism is here so potent that it has the ability to pull the vehicles uphill. Widely believed to have many natural and supernatural forces that cause magnetic attractions, there are many theories from both sides trying to explain this phenomenon. The layout of the surrounding land creates an optical illusion that shows the downhill slope as an uphill slope, making the vehicles seem to be moving uphill. This interesting place is a must-visit for anyone travelling to Ladakh this summer.
Timings: 8.00 AM – 5.00 PM, 7 days a week
Entry Fees: Free
Indus River
The heart of the Indus River is located in Ladakh. In the summer, visitors can partake in activities like rafting and kayaking which start around April and it continues until August. The Indus river originates from Pakistan and flows through the parts of Northern India. It offers breathtaking views and rapids that are perfect for all water sports. This makes it one of the best places to visit in Ladakh in the summer. You would also get to witness the mesmerizing views along the banks of the river. The water is cool to the touch and refreshing making it perfect to dip your feet and relax in.
Timings: Preferred Daytime and Evenings
Entry Fees: Free
Say ‘Julley‘ (Hello) to Leh Ladakh
If you are an explorer at heart, Ladakh is the place you should visit this summer! And, if you are still facing trouble deciding, we at Aertrip are always one click away from all your vacation needs. So get your luggage ready, book your flight tickets and get set for an awesome Summer Vacation.
FAQ
Q1: What is the best time to visit Leh Ladakh?
Q1: What is the best time to visit Leh Ladakh?The best time to visit Leh Ladakh is in Summer, from April to June. The Srinagar Leh Highway and Manali Leh Highway normally remain closed for more than six months from November to April or sometimes in Mid-May every year because of heavy snowfall on various mountain passes on these adventurous roads.
Q2: Which are the Ladakh tourist places?
Q2: Which are the Ladakh tourist places?Pangong Tso Lake, Thiksey Monastery, Khardung-la Pass, Markha Valley for camping, Nubra Valley, Tso Moriri lake, Hemis National Park, Diskit Monastery, Shanti Stupa, Royal Leh Palace, Namgyal Tsemo Gompa, Alchi, Magnetic Hill, Zanskar Valley, and Chadar Trek.
