Places to visit in Ladakh
Ladakh, with its capital at Leh, is known for high desert, monasteries and blue lakes. Here are well-known places to start with, and a tip for each.
Shanti Stupa
A white-domed stupa above Leh, built in 1991.
Sunset and sunrise views over the valley.
Pangong Tso
A high-altitude lake at about 4,300 m that stretches into Tibet.
A permit is needed; acclimatise in Leh first.
Hemis Monastery
A large Drukpa monastery known for its annual masked festival.
The festival is held in summer.
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