Cultural tour of Ladakh
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Unravel the splendours of your Enchanting Ladakh Tour with your arrival at the Leh Airport. On your arrival, you will be warmly greeted by our tour representatives who will drive you to a nearby hotel and help you in checking-in.
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Ladakh
Unravel the splendours of your Enchanting Ladakh Tour with your arrival at the Leh Airport. On your arrival, you will be warmly greeted by our tour representatives who will drive you to a nearby hotel and help you in checking-in. Unwind yourself to the magnificent views all around and spend the day at leisure to get acclimatised to the Leh climate.
By evening, you can take a walk around the Leh Market and witness how life thrives in the bustling lanes of Leh; overnight stay will be at the hotel.
By evening, you can take a walk around the Leh Market and witness how life thrives in the bustling lanes of Leh; overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Wake up to your first morning amidst the enchanting environs of Ladakh; enjoy a heart-warming breakfast and get ready for an amazing drive to the gorgeous Sham Valley in Ladakh. The drive will take you through some of the most scenic as well as rugged terrains, and will take you to some of the must visit attractions in Ladakh.
Throughout the day, you will be visiting attractions like the gravity defying Magnetic Hill, sacredGurudwaraPatthar Sahib, the imposingSangam Point of Zanskar and Indus rivers. Following these visits, you will be driven towards the picturesque Alchi Village or the abode of the pious Alchi Monastery. With these visits, this exciting excursion trip will come to an end; you will be driven back to Leh for your overnight stay.
Attractions of the Day:
1. Magnetic Hill:
On your Ladakh tour, you will come across many wonders and natural marvels; the Magnetic Hill is one the most wondrous attractions! A hill that defies the laws of gravity, it pulls the vehicles upwards the ascent of the hill. Though many researchers have put their theories and statements; no one has been able to decode this
mystical phenomenon yet!
2. GurudwarPatthar Sahib:
Located on the Leh-Srinagar Road, this gurudwara (sacred place for the Sikhs) is only 25km from the city limits of Leh. Legends have it that this region was once tormented by a demon who created havoc and misery across the valley. To overcome these desolations, the local prayed for the destruction of this demon. Guru Nanak Devji, the founder of Sikhism, heard their prayers, and came to rescue them by following the route through Nepal, Sikkim, Tibet, Yarkand and finally to Leh. The Guru, after reaching the valley, blessed the
people and got popular among them as ‘Nanak Lama’.
The arrival of the Guru enraged the demon, and he tried killing the Guru by rolling a gigantic boulder towards the preacher. The rock, upon touching the Guru, turned into a soft cushion, which he used as a cushion to meditate. Considering the preacher to be dead, when the demon came down to witness the effect of his unholy
deed, he found Nanak Devji meditating. Furious with rage, the demon tried pushing the rock with his right foot, which finally got stuck in the rock. Realising the Guru was not an ordinary being, the demon fell on the Guru’s feet asking for forgiveness.
Guru Nanak then advised him to abstain himself from all the evil deed and lead the life of the humble person.
Following the advice of the Guru, the demon started dedicated his life in the service of humanity. This pious Gurudwara was later built to commemorate the preaching of Guru Nanak Dev.
3. Sangam Point:
On your way to the scenic Sham Valley in Ladakh, you will come across the confluence point of both the Zanskar and Indus rivers. One of the most mystical attractions in Ladakh, a visit to Sangam Point will surely hold you captive with its enchanting appeal! This enticing point is best visited during the winters when the
water of the Zanskar tends to freeze down while the Indus River flows with full glory!
4. Alchi Monastery:
One of the most pious monasteries in Ladakh, the history of Alchi Monastery in Alchi hamlet dates back to almost thousand years. A sub-gompa of the Likir Monastery, it stands on the scenic banks of the Indus River and is the only monastery in Ladakh that is situated on a flat ground. Visit this religious enclave to witness its spirituality, enjoy the serenity that exists there and seek blessings from the Gods.
5. Hall of Fame:
It is a museum that is maintained by the Indian Army. Not just every India on a Leh Ladakh tour, but every visitor to Ladakh must visit this glorious museum! Unlike other traditional museum, Hall of Fame displays the memorabilia of the valorous Indian soldiers who sacrifice their lives while protecting the dignity of the Motherland. On a visit to Hall of Fame, visitors can also witness pictures of soldiers who attained martyrdom, weapons used by them, their dresses, and other belongings.
Throughout the day, you will be visiting attractions like the gravity defying Magnetic Hill, sacredGurudwaraPatthar Sahib, the imposingSangam Point of Zanskar and Indus rivers. Following these visits, you will be driven towards the picturesque Alchi Village or the abode of the pious Alchi Monastery. With these visits, this exciting excursion trip will come to an end; you will be driven back to Leh for your overnight stay.
Attractions of the Day:
1. Magnetic Hill:
On your Ladakh tour, you will come across many wonders and natural marvels; the Magnetic Hill is one the most wondrous attractions! A hill that defies the laws of gravity, it pulls the vehicles upwards the ascent of the hill. Though many researchers have put their theories and statements; no one has been able to decode this
mystical phenomenon yet!
2. GurudwarPatthar Sahib:
Located on the Leh-Srinagar Road, this gurudwara (sacred place for the Sikhs) is only 25km from the city limits of Leh. Legends have it that this region was once tormented by a demon who created havoc and misery across the valley. To overcome these desolations, the local prayed for the destruction of this demon. Guru Nanak Devji, the founder of Sikhism, heard their prayers, and came to rescue them by following the route through Nepal, Sikkim, Tibet, Yarkand and finally to Leh. The Guru, after reaching the valley, blessed the
people and got popular among them as ‘Nanak Lama’.
The arrival of the Guru enraged the demon, and he tried killing the Guru by rolling a gigantic boulder towards the preacher. The rock, upon touching the Guru, turned into a soft cushion, which he used as a cushion to meditate. Considering the preacher to be dead, when the demon came down to witness the effect of his unholy
deed, he found Nanak Devji meditating. Furious with rage, the demon tried pushing the rock with his right foot, which finally got stuck in the rock. Realising the Guru was not an ordinary being, the demon fell on the Guru’s feet asking for forgiveness.
Guru Nanak then advised him to abstain himself from all the evil deed and lead the life of the humble person.
Following the advice of the Guru, the demon started dedicated his life in the service of humanity. This pious Gurudwara was later built to commemorate the preaching of Guru Nanak Dev.
3. Sangam Point:
On your way to the scenic Sham Valley in Ladakh, you will come across the confluence point of both the Zanskar and Indus rivers. One of the most mystical attractions in Ladakh, a visit to Sangam Point will surely hold you captive with its enchanting appeal! This enticing point is best visited during the winters when the
water of the Zanskar tends to freeze down while the Indus River flows with full glory!
4. Alchi Monastery:
One of the most pious monasteries in Ladakh, the history of Alchi Monastery in Alchi hamlet dates back to almost thousand years. A sub-gompa of the Likir Monastery, it stands on the scenic banks of the Indus River and is the only monastery in Ladakh that is situated on a flat ground. Visit this religious enclave to witness its spirituality, enjoy the serenity that exists there and seek blessings from the Gods.
5. Hall of Fame:
It is a museum that is maintained by the Indian Army. Not just every India on a Leh Ladakh tour, but every visitor to Ladakh must visit this glorious museum! Unlike other traditional museum, Hall of Fame displays the memorabilia of the valorous Indian soldiers who sacrifice their lives while protecting the dignity of the Motherland. On a visit to Hall of Fame, visitors can also witness pictures of soldiers who attained martyrdom, weapons used by them, their dresses, and other belongings.
Early morning visit to Hemis monastery, the largest and the richest monastery of Ladakh. It plays host to the Hemis festival held every year. Founded in 1627, tt also houses largest Thangka in the world, made public in every 12 years.
Thiksey monastery is a beautiful monastery above the Manali-Leh highway. Built in traditional Tibetan style, it belongs to the Gelukpa (yellow hat sect) order.
Matho monastery, 500 -year old Sakya school monastery is popular for its 2 auguric oracles. Near to it is Stakna monastery, founded by Lama Chosje Jamyang Palkar. It belongs to the Drukpa order and
houses an excellent collection of Thangkas and a small marble Buddha- statue donated by an ancient King of Assam. It has a small museum too. The next visit is Shey Palace, the oldest capital of Ladakh. It contains a 3- story statue of Buddha Shakyamuni.
houses an excellent collection of Thangkas and a small marble Buddha- statue donated by an ancient King of Assam. It has a small museum too. The next visit is Shey Palace, the oldest capital of Ladakh. It contains a 3- story statue of Buddha Shakyamuni.
Takthok(rock ceiling) monastery, around 46 kms from Leh, belongs to the Nigma tradition. It is said that the Tantric teacher Padma Sambhava, meditated in the cave.
Spituk, located at the end of the Leh airport's runway, it has a total of three shrines. It is one of those monasteries which has been turned into ruins during a landslide.
Phyang Gompa belonging to the Red Hat sect has a collection of wall paintings as well as quite a few shrines. It also has an all-enclosed Tantric hall.
Phyang Gompa belonging to the Red Hat sect has a collection of wall paintings as well as quite a few shrines. It also has an all-enclosed Tantric hall.
Visit 11 th century Alchi monastery, one of the oldest gompas, founded by Lotsava Rinchen Zangpo. It was built by sculptors and artists from Kashmir as well as Tibet.
Likir monastery founded by Lama Duwang Chosje in 1605, belongs to the Gelukpa order. Overnight in guest- house.
Likir monastery founded by Lama Duwang Chosje in 1605, belongs to the Gelukpa order. Overnight in guest- house.
Kagyupa monastery, Lamayuru is dedicated to Naropa, an Indian Buddhist saint of the 11th century. He had spent many years meditating in the cave that was connected to the prayer hall. A night halt at the guest house.
Drive back to Leh, on the way visiting the Rizong monastery, founded by Lama Tsulthim Nima. It belongs to Geluk school. Nearby is a nunnery that has around 20 nuns.
Next is a visit to the Castle of Bazgo, built during the 16 Century, has 2 impressive future Buddha statues and some interesting paintings. Overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Next is a visit to the Castle of Bazgo, built during the 16 Century, has 2 impressive future Buddha statues and some interesting paintings. Overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
Day 11 is a day that is booked for leisure activities and further exploration of Leh. In the evening, you can do shopping or can watch a cultural show.
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