This awesome wilderness and magic belongs to that great land to towering mountains and Buddhist simplicity- Ladakh. Its beautiful high terrains and mountains beckons the adventure tourists for trekking and mountaineering. The land of jagged peaks and barren landscape is at once alluring and awe-inspiring. Hidden behind this harsh and forbidding facade is an ancient civilization and a captivating people.
With the great Indus flowing right through Ladakh, the province is divided into Leh, the capital Nubra, Zanskar, lower Ladakh and Rupshu. |
Leh, the capital of Ladakh is situated at a height of 3505 meters. Leh is a beautiful destination with so many attractions and is the center of Tibeto-Buddhist Culture for ages. Its colorful gompas have attracted the devout Buddhists from all over the globe. Besides, it is also a favorite hiking locale and is known for some of the best hikes in the country. |