Thursday, August 8, 2013

An exhilarating experience with Ladakh Attractions

Famously named as the ‘Little Tibet’, Ladakh is among the most popular destinations in India. Lying in the state of Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh has Leh as its capital city. The hill station looks amazing with its stunning landscapes at altitudes of 2750 m & higher. It is snuggled in the midst of vast stretches of snow-covered mountains of the mighty Himalayas.

The most famous Ladakh attractions include:

Monasteries

The destination abounds in Buddhist monasteries. A monastery is the prime centre for worship. It is the place where you can experience isolated meditation as well as religion teaching. These monasteries in Ladakh belong to different schools of Buddhism. These religious sites are located at the scenic spots, enhancing their charm further. Besides enjoying scenic location, travellers can also witness a rich variety of Buddhist relics. The collection includes murals, scriptures, thangkas and sculptures.
The prominent ones include:

·          Spituk
·          Shanti
·          Thiksey
·          Shankar
·          Shey
·          Hemis

Lakes

Ladakh is an enchanting place where the gorgeous lakes are available. These lakes change various forms at every new hour of the day. These lakes sometimes turn the emerald green colour and then these show the midnight blue pool colour. Travellers can sit on the side to relax for many hours. In winters, these lakes freeze many meters deep and serve as a highway. Different lakes in Ladakh include:

·          Pangong
·          Tsomoriri
·          Tso Kar
·          Chandertaal

Adventure

Ladakh is the land of adventure. Ladakh trekking tours beckon many adventure enthusiasts every year. The land offers you unlimited adventure opportunities. Tourists can undertake various adventure activities amidst stunning landscapes and rugged beauty. Indulge yourself in the unlimited thrill and adventure with Ladakh adventure tour.

The most popular activities that you can enjoy in Ladakh include:

·          River Rafting
·          Mountain Climbing
·          Trekking
·          Mountaineering

Natural Splendour

Tourists in Ladakh can enjoy the amazing scenic beauty, tranquil monasteries and many others. There are various places in Ladakh where you can still experience the rustic charm.

Wildlife

Ladakh is also popular for its rare wildlife species. Wildlife lovers can witness various wild animals like Nyan, Yak, Urial, Ibex, Churu and Snow Leopard. Visitors can also view a huge numbers of migratory birds.

Leh Palace

This is the most famous tourist place in Ladakh. Travellers from all across the globe throng to Ladakh to experienced the sustained legacies of the bygone era. The architectural splendour of the place is well-known all over the world. The design and style of the palace is similar as that of the Potala Palace in Lhasa.

The spot is known across the world for its traditional thangkas, scriptures, frescos, murals and Buddhist wall paintings. A huge statue of the Maitreya Buddha is the highlight of the palace.

Ladakh Attractions boast of their enchanting charm which you can witness while exploring its tourist places. Do not forget to indulge yourself in the unlimited fun of trekking in Ladakh.

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