Leh

Situated about 10 km away from river Indus in a side valley is the town of Leh. It is one of the most important town of Ladakh. In the ancient time it used to be trading point for caravans which came from Yarkand, Kashgar and Tibet. Because of it’s strategic importance Leh has a large military presence. Since it is situated at around 3,500 m above sea level it takes time for the people visiting it to get acclimatized due to rarified gases. This place attracts a number of tourists during the Hemis festival.

Temperature

Winter -20 °C(min) - 5°C(max) , Summer 8 °C(min) 25 °C(max)

Getting There

Airport:
Nearest railhead is at Jammu - 690 kms
By Rail:
Nearest railhead is at Jammu - 690 kms
By Road:
Distance from Srinagar- 434 kms, Kargil- 230 kms. Manali- 497 kms, Keylong- 380 kms.

Best Season to visit

May to October

Tourist Attraction

Spituk Gompa, Choglam sar, Stok gompa and museum, Shey, Tikse gompa, Matho gompa, Stakna gompa, Hemis gompa,, Leh Khar Palace, Leh Monastery, Leh Mosque, Tsamo Gompa.