November 15, 2024
The beautiful landscape of Leh Ladakh is considered one of the most visited travel destinations in India. It is known as the paradise of the Indian continent to travel like a free soul because of the scenic views and gorgeous countryside that never fail to mesmerize its visitors with its allure.
Travelers dream of seeing Leh-Ladakh, the highest settlement in India, which has been on their bucket list for years. The Union Territory is unlike any other in the country with its rugged Himalayas, mystifying lakes, charming monasteries, and the aura of the festivals. With so much to offer, this place holds a lot of secrets and mysteries. Not only is it a premier destination for road trips, but it has also become one of the most visited places in India in recent years.
In this article, we will be knowing about some of the unknown gems of Ladakh so that you can have a totally new and thrilling experience on your trip. If you want to explore the unexplored then you should definitely make these places included in your Ladakh tour packages.
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Ladakh’s Uleytokpo village is one of the most enchanting and beautiful villages in the world. It is famous for being a base for treks and camping in Ladakh. The adventure activities of Uleytokpo are considered to be some of the most thrilling in Ladakh, because of its snow-covered mountains.
Uleytokpo is a popular destination for hikers who want to take in the scenery and climb the barren mountain ranges. With stunning surroundings and ancient monasteries nearby, Uleytokpo is like a dreamland without a care in the world.
In summer, as the snow melts and continues until the onset of winter, the Srinagar-Leh highway is open until the onset of winter and the best time to visit Uleytokpo is between May and September when the roads to Ladakh are open for visitors. You can witness breathtaking scenery during these months as well as traditional Buddhist festivals.
Ladakh’s smallest village, Rumtse is the first settlement along the route from Lahaul to Ladakh after Taglang Pass. Located 70 kilometers east of Leh, it is the start of the Tso Moriri trek. Rumtse is situated in Rupshu Valley, which is located between Tibet, Zanskar, and Ladakh.
The valley is part of the Changthang plateau and is characterized by arid plains, pasturelands, and snow-capped mountains. The landscape of Rumtse is equally barren as that of the rest of Ladakh. Tibetan Buddhism is followed by the locals, who are heavily influenced by the Rumtse monastery. There are 108 stupas at the monastery, which resemble those found in the Indus Valley.
The village of Turtuk lies in Nubra Valley, in Ladakh, along the banks of the Shyok River. It is the northernmost village in India, lying on the Indian-Pakistan border in Baltistan. This unexplored and offbeat place was only opened to tourists in 2010.
Many things to do in Turtuk include trekking and visiting two monasteries and the Royal House. The picturesque village’s houses and fields look surreal. Maybe you don’t know but Turtuk is one of the four Baltistani villages under Indian control. Due to heavy snowfall and bad weather Turtuk is cut off from Ladakh for six months each winter. The charm of the village is its people and culture.
It is sometimes referred to as Bazgo Gompa and is a small village of 150 households on the Indus River in Ladakh’s Leh district. The site, located on the northern mountain range of the Himalayas and the Karakoram, is known for its Basgo Monastery and Gompas.
It is home to two massive statues of Maitreya Buddha and Jamyang Namgyal King, both of which are 14 meters tall, visited by locals and monks daily. According to the US World Monument Fund, the Basgo Palace is among the 100 most endangered heritage sites worldwide due to its weak structure from the 11th to 13th centuries. The ancient Basgo temples and structures are listed as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.
The villages of Sumur lie on the Nubra or Siachen River. Samstanling monastery is situated between Kyagar and Sumur village. The village of Sumur is a good base to explore the region. It is home to a small monastery and a traditional Ladakhi house, both built around a century ago and open for visitors.
You might even be served salty butter tea here! It is not far from Diskit Gompa. There are some options for outdoor activities, such as exploring the sand dunes adjacent to the river. You can even go and see a Bactrian Camel. This is one of the few places in the world where the Bactrian Camel still exists.
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