Ladakh is the northern province of India which has become and Union Territory recently on 31 October 2019, covering approximately 60,000 square miles (100,000 sq. km). It has two district Kargil and Leh with a total population of approx 3 Lakh. It is surrounded and bisected by some of the highest mountain ranges in the world. Running in a generally northwest to southeast direction through Ladakh, the great Himalayan Range separates the Vale of Kashmir from Ladakh.
Leh Ladakh can be best described as India’s Shangri La. A land that looks too distant to be true, it is wedged between the high Himalayas. Dotted by high-altitude lakes and lofty peaks such as Stok Kangri, Leh and Ladakh offer an experience that does not have an equal. While stargazing might just be the most fascinating thing to do here, driving through the high mountain passes and wandering in the winding lanes of Leh are once in a lifetime’s experiences.
It is not for without any reason that Leh Ladakh trip is rated as one of the most sought-after road trips on Earth. In case you are in a mood to fully explore the oh-so-beautiful destination, try to plan a trip during the festive season. Ladakh actually comes alive during festivals and you will actually be able to not only explore the place, but also be a part of their culture and tradition.
Ladakh is most famous for breathtaking landscapes, the crystal clear skies, the highest mountain passes, thrilling adventure activities, Buddhist Monasteries and festivals. Not only is it the only place in India where the graceful Double Hump camels found, but it is also the place where you will find the Magnetic Hill, the one of a kind phenomena that defies gravity.
