PLACES TO VISIT

Popular Destinations in Ladakh

Explore Ladakh's most famous places—from stargazing under clear dark skies to historic monasteries and beautiful blue lakes.

India's first Dark Sky Reserve, home to high-power telescopes and clear starry skies.

A famous high-altitude lake known for changing colors from bright blue to deep green.

A scenic desert valley with white sand dunes, double-humped camel rides, and Diskit Monastery.

Famous hilltop monasteries along the Indus River with ancient statues, paintings, and morning prayers.

A dramatic mountain valley where the river freezes into thick blue ice in winter for the Chadar trek.

The main town of Ladakh with a 17th-century royal palace, local bazaars, and mountain views.