Leh : The Heaven On Earth

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Pangong Lake: The Pangong Tso (Tibetan for high grassland lake) is one of the key attractions of Leh. The 134 km long lake extends from India to China, with about 60 % of its length lying in China. Despite being a salt water lake, the Pangong Tso freezes completely during the winter, forming a perfect stage for a gala festival of ice skating, inviting a multitude of skiers and ice skaters from around the world.Khardungla Pass: Locally known as Khardong La or Khardzong La, where la stands for pass in Tibetan, this fabulous mountain pass is the gateway to the Shyok and Nubra valleys. Cluttered with chaotic rocks draped with prayer flags, Khardungla is claimed (and disputed) to be the world's highest motorable passNubra Valley: Cradled by the surrounding scree sloped, harsh arid mountains, and encompassing green oasis villages, the remote and deep- cut river valley of Nubra offers a picturesque backdrop of marvel and wonder to its visitors. With its sand dunes, monasteries and a ruined palace, the valley is a lovely picture of a beautiful new world waiting to be discovered by the searching eyes of a wayfarer.SpitukGompa: This Buddhist monastery founded in the late 14th century is home to a hundred monks and a statue of Kali which is unveiled during the annual Spitok festival. Within the main monastery complex is situated the mesmerizing structure of SkudungLhakhang, the colourful old Tibetan prayer house (dukhang) containing the statue of Tsongkhapa, the propagator of Gelukpa Buddhism.Namgyal Monastery: Founded in 1430 by King TashiNamgyal of Ladakh, this another grand Buddhist monastery comprises of a three-story high gold statue of Maitreya Buddha and ancient manuscripts and frescoes.

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