Planning A Trip To Leh - Brace Yourselves For A Life-Altering Travel Experience

Before planning to visit any destination, it is better to prepare in advance. One should be aware of the topology, climatic condition, and other important aspects before traveling to any new destination.

The same is the case when you plan a trip to Leh, one of the most sought-after locations by travelers worldwide. So without waiting any longer, let's come straight to the topic and determine what to expect when you visit Leh.

Best Time to Visit Leh

Every season of the month has its special significance in terms of a visit to Leh.  But the mysterious land is open for a few months and gets hidden under thick snow for more than half a year. But we'll talk about the most preferred parts of the year, i.e., May to early June.

The beginning of the Tourist season in Leh starts in May as Srinagar Leh highways re-opens. Though many hotels and tourist accommodations begin to operate, the condition of the roads yet is terrible due to the melting snow. Early June marks the peak season for tourists to visit Leh with fully operational hotels and guest houses.

 Mode of transportation: you can visit Leh either by Air or by road (Srinagar Leh Highway) during this time.

Foods worth relishing in Leh

Due to being isolated and having harsh weather conditions, people in Leh depend on agricultural produce grown by them. In addition, Leh City houses several restaurants here serving all kinds of local and famous delicacies.

 From North Indian dishes to Western dishes, many Dhabas serve you the ideal Daal Sabzi Roti, Chawal, Idli, Dosa, and Sambhar. You will even get to taste Kashmiri dishes, both vegetarian and non-vegetarian.

Some of the foods worth trying include

• Skieu-a famous soupy dish
• Chutagi- a dish made out of dumpling and vegetable soup
• Paba-This staple food and the reason behind local's good health and longevity
• Momo- well! This Tibetan delicacy does not need any introduction.
• Thukpa-another Tibetan super favorite noodle soup dish
• Gushtaba- a cuisine with a touch of Kashmir and Himachal.

Here are some of the shopping hotspots in Leh-

• Tibetan Market- you will get a variety of handcrafted woodwork and antiques.
• Library Road Vegetable Market- you will get your local and everyday groceries. Himalayan Pashmina Shawls- a collection of locally made Pashmina Shawls and other Pashmina products.
• Zanskar Arts - deals in Kashmiri carpets, jewelry, gemstones, and Buddhist artifacts.
•  Moti Market- it is a regular all-purpose market near the Leh bus stand.

Places to visit in Leh

• Pangong Lake
• Magnetic Hill
• Nubra Valley
• Tso Moriri Lake
• Lamayuru Monastery
• Diskit Gompa
• Shanti Stupa
• Shey Monastery
• Kargil
• Royal Leh Palace
• Alchi Monastery

There are several places worth visiting in Leh. With rivers like the Indus, Zanskar, and Shyok gushing with purity and the mighty Himalayas behind, Leh is full of surprises with awe-striking landscapes, scenic views, and a refreshing atmosphere. In addition to this, there are also numerous camping, trekking, and other adventure activities worth trying in Leh.