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| Ladakh Tour Information |
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Location: The region of Ladakh is located in the northern most part of Jammu and Kashmir state in India. It covers part of the Karakoram and Greater Himalayan Ranges.
Nearest Airport / Railway Station:Bhuntar airport (10 kilometers from Kullu and 50 kilometers from Manali). Visitors can approach Manali by local buses and taxis as Manali is at an altitude of approximately 1900 meters above sea level and is unsuitable for laying railway tracks. |
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| The natural beauty of Ladakh is the biggest draw for tourists from across the world. The rugged terrain makes Ladakh difficult to reach, and has ensured it remains one of the last Shangri Las of the modern world. So if you are looking for a change from the boringly monotonous tourist resorts and mass-produced tour packages that have become a staple of major tourist attractions around the world, then Ladakh is the place to head to.
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| Best Time to Visit: |
.jpg) May to October is the peak tourist season. The winter months are extremely cold, with temperature plunging to several degrees below zero. Moreover, heavy snowfall blocks the Rohtang and Zoji La passes in the winter months. Ladakh is the last Shangri La of the modern world. Its unexplored forests, natural trekking trails and rich culture has become a draw for many tourists. The Tourism Department has also started promoting tourism to this state. The people of Ladakh are mainly Buddhists, while a significant minority is Muslim. They are devoutly religious, and very welcoming towards guests. |
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| History of Ladakh: |
| Ladakh has a fascinating history that belies its peaceful, almost sleepy present situation. Once an independent kingdom, Ladakh was annexed by the Dogra king of neighboring Jammu in 1834. Later, when the British gave the Dogras control over the Kashmir Valley, the territories of Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir came under one ruler. |
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| Places to see in Ladakh: |
.jpg) In the capital Leh, there is plenty to see and do on your Ladakh tour. The rugged mountain peaks, the great monasteries, the bustling marketplaces, add to the charm of this little Shangri La.
The General Zorawar Fort is named after Zorawar Singh, the general of the Dogra king who annexed Ladakh. Built of mud, the ruins of the Fort stand beside a strategically built moat.
The Leh Palace was built by Sengye Namgyal, the greatest king of the Namgyal dynasty. The architecture of the Leh Palace is reminiscent of the renowned Potala Palace in Tibet.
Shanti Stupa ,white stone structure was built with Japanese assistance as a peace memorial. Inaugurated by the Dalai Lama in 1985, the Shanti Stupa commands a magnificent view of the surrounding Zanskar Valley.
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| Things to do in Ladakh : |
| From hiking to shopping and eating, Ladakh offers you many interesting options. The restaurants, cafes and beer bars dotting the roads offer many different varieties of amusement to the traveler. The Tibetan Kitchen on Fort Road and Amdo Café in the Main Market are the best places to dine in if you are looking for some authentic Tibetan dishes. If you wish to taste the delights of Kashmiri cuisine, head to the Hotel Ibex or the Budshah Inn near the Jama Masjid. This is not all; the all-inclusive nature of Ladakhi cuisine becomes obvious when you step into the Pumpernickel German Bakery on the Zangsty Road.
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| Shopping in Ladakh : |
| The busy marketplaces of Leh offer many rewards to the skillful bargain hunter. The Pashmina shawls are a rage with tourists from all over India and abroad. In addition, you can shop for some exquisite Tibetan handicrafts items like Tangkha paintings and traditional jewelry. Buddhist prayer wheels, with painstakingly etched motifs on them, are another good buy. |
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