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Leh

A former capital of a Himalayan kingdom

Once an important stopover on the trade routes between India, Tibet and China, Leh was the capital of the Himalayan kingdom of Ladakh. Girdled on all sides by lofty Himalayan peaks, the town is dominated by the ruins of the ancient Leh Palace, with the Shanti Stupa and Stok Palace among other spectacular sights. Leh is a fascinating labyrinth of winding streets and quaint bazaars, and the road that passes through the town leads to the region’s many enchanting sights, from Buddhist monuments to ancient lakes, remnants of the Tethys Sea.

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Lunch at Alchi Kitchen

Contemporary Twist to Authentic Ladakhi Cuisine

Leh , Nurla
Lamayuru Monastery

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Basgo Ruins

Leh
Hemis Monastery

An exemplification of spiritual devotion and architectural grandeur.

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Culinary experience with a local family

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Stok Kangri Summit

Scale India's highest trekkable peak in Ladakh

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Pangong Lake

Enjoy the reflections upon the turquoise Pangong lake

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Hike to Saboo ruins

A short hike for sunrise or sunset views across Leh valley

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Birdwatching at Chushul Marshes

A high-altitude salt lake birdwatching experience

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Wildlife at Tso Kar

A lakeside wildlife encounter at the roof of the world

Leh
Sunset at Shanti Stupa

Delve into Japanese & Ladakhi forms of Buddhism

Leh
Leh Market & Central Asian Museum

Discover Ladakh's culinary treasures

Leh
Thiksey Monastery: Early morning prayer with the monks

Enjoy sunset views and early morning prayer with the Gelug monks

Leh
Ladakh Trekking

Trek through the lesser-known reaches of Ladakh

Leh
Rafting in Ladakh

Seek your thrills on Zanskar's white-water rapids

Leh
Hemis Festival

A Buddhist monastery dance festival for spiritual wellbeing

Leh

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The Grand Dragon

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Snow Leopard Lodge

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TUTC Chamba Camp, Thiksey

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