Breathtaking views, larger-than-life Gompas, awe-inspiring landscapes, and heavenly mountain ranges- the more you talk about Ladakh, the more you want to continue doing it. After all, there isn’t a single human who wouldn’t be inspired by a place quietly sandwiched between the Himalayas in the south and Karakoram in the north, which leaves you asking for more.
Traveling to Ladakh is open throughout the year, thanks to the exceptional connectivity and one of the best road networks ever. Even if you visit the region in winter, you witness an altogether different landscape. It’s like you get ported to a different dimension, far more beautiful and mesmerizing than your wildest dreams. But summers make for a wonderful sight due to comforting temperatures, better visibility, and pleasant surroundings.
Summers are one of the best times to visit Ladakh. The frozen river in the region begins to melt, you can explore around at your leisure without having to rush back at nightfall. For this reason, visitors from around the world come to Leh Ladakh in April-Oct.
Here’s everything you need to know about spending an amazing summer vacation in Ladakh-
Temp & Weather
The temperature in Ladakh stays about 20-30 degree celsius from March to June. It is quite pleasant to step outside and explore the amazing scenery. During this time, you travel at your ease.
Hall of Fame Night Show
The Hall of Fame Leh is a museum constructed and maintained by the Indian army. Hall of fame is located near the Leh Airfield, surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges. It was built in the memory of those soldiers who lost their lives during the Indo-Pakistan war. While the museum is in itself a sight to behold, its night show tells the tales of the war veterans in a manner that is bound to bring tears to your eyes. There’s a lot to reflect upon and learn about the Indian army when you watch the show, which runs only in summer evenings.
Shanti Stupa Magical Evening
The Shanti Stupa, a white-domed Stupa (Chorten) on a hilltop in Chanspa, Leh, holds the relics of Gautam Buddha, enshrined by the 14th Dalai Lama. The highlight of the Stupa is the light and sound show that takes place during the summer evenings.
Fabulous Leh Market
While you can still shop in winters, the famous Leh market has most shops closed during the season. In summers, on the other hand, you get to witness the colourful shops selling all kinds products that are regional to Ladakh like dry fruits, Kesar, traditional hangings and clothes, meditation bowls and much more.
Camping at Pangong Tso
Camping at Pangong is one of the best pursuits of visiting Ladakh. In case you don’t know, Pangong is one of a kind deep turquoise lake sharing the boundary of China. The lake spans eastern Ladakh and West Tibet situated at an elevation of 4,225 m. Picnic and camping at Pangong Tso is an unforgettable experience.
Watching the Night Sky
If you’re an admirer of the night sky, Ladakh is the place to be at. Summer nights in the regions are clear to witness the sky full of stars. While you camp at Pangong, it is another activity that you can do. And if you’re lucky you might even spot the milky way!
Famous Festivals
Summer is the time of festivities in Ladakh. You can see some of the famous festivals, such as the Hemis Festival, YuruKabgyat, and SakaDawa starting March. These festivals comprise of folk tales demonstrated through the medium of dance, songs and colourful costumes. These festivals lure visitors from all across the world.
Sounds fascinating? We hope these facts help you made your decision about summer travel. Need more help? Write to us at socialmediatriyana@gmail.com.
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