In recent years, Ladakh has gained popularity as a vacation spot for all types of travelers, including adventure enthusiasts, nature lovers, history fanatics, and religious followers. It has become the ultimate destination for experiencing bliss in the lap of Mother Nature. Known as the land of high passes, Ladakh is flanked by the Karakoram and the mighty Himalayas and blessed with the Indus and its multiple tributaries. Its picturesque landscape covering deep valleys, neighbouring lofty peaks, snow-clad mountains, expansive meadows, wildlife, rich heritage, leafy woods, and sparkling rivers will keep you fascinated and enthralled on your summer vacation to Ladakh. Because the summer months signify the start of the peak tourist period in this little hamlet, there are several beautiful sites to view and enjoy. You should plan a visit to Ladakh during the summer season as the weather is perfect for sightseeing, enjoying various kinds of adventure activities and traveling to as many places of Ladakh as you can since all of them are accessible during this time.
It's time to reconnect with nature and rejoice, as you spend time fully appreciating the land's distinctive features. Here's a rundown of the top 5 tourist spots to visit in summer in Ladakh.
1. Nubra Valley
Famous for its white sandy deserts and double-humped camels native to this part of the country, Nubra Valley is certainly one of the best places to visit in Ladakh in summer months. Not just the scenic slopes of the neighbouring Karakoram range, but also the confluence of Shyak and Siachen rivers is what makes this valley an exquisite voyage in itself! Moreover, the place provides great opportunities for adventure sports such as trekking, mountaineering, and mountain biking. Another main attraction here is the 105 feet statue of Maitreya Buddha which is hard to miss out due to its huge size.
2. Drass
One of the unexplored places in Ladakh is the Drass valley located in the Kargil district. It is touted to be the second coldest place in the world (the first being Siberia). The valley is bountiful with immense beauty, gigantic mountain ranges surrounding it from all sides, and spectacular sunset views that are simply delightful. Besides natural beauty, sightseeing in Drass also includes visiting its Buddhist monasteries and other religious holy sites.
3. Hemis National Park
Considered the largest national park in South Asia spread over an area of 4,400 sq km, Hemis National Park is one of the famed tourist places in Ladakh for wildlife and photography enthusiasts. This place is popular for its famed snow leopards that are rare to spot in India. It is also home to many other forms of wildlife including the Tibetan wolf, endangered Eurasian brown bear, red fox, and mountain weasel.
4. Tso Moriri Lake
Nestled gracefully in the lap of scenic Rupshu valley, Tso Moriri Lake is the largest high altitude lake in India, located at an altitude of 4,522 meters. This pristine blue lake is set amidst rugged surrounding and lofty mountains and impeccably undisturbed ambiance. The lake is a habitat for many migratory birds and some rare forms of wildlife such as Tibetan wolf and marmot.
5. Khardung La
Also known as Khardung pass, Khardung La is amongst one of the highest motorable passes in the world, and one of the most sought-after tourist attractions in Ladakh by adventure enthusiasts. The splendid landscapes, untouched natural beauty and pure unpolluted air can leave you in awe of this place.
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Ladakh is a gateway to the pristine world of the Himalayas offering experiences ridden with sheer thrill and excitement. Pack your bags and set out to gain an insight into this beautiful little town. This summer, plan and visit these offbeat tourist places in Ladakh, and share your experiences with us!
