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Ladakh, one of the most stunning holiday destinations in India is a picturesque paradise for travellers. Every corner of this destination is a picture-perfect sight you wouldn’t be able to get enough of. The turquoise blue lakes, rainbow mountains, cold deserts, snow-capped hills and valleys full of green fields and yellow mustard farms- Ladakh is all this and a lot more! To help you figure out which places to click pictures at, in Ladakh for that amazing Instagram feed, we have curated a list of 13 locations! Read on and plan a trip to Ladakh for that staggering Insta feed.
1. Pangong
The crystal clear lake of Pangong that changes colours according to the colour of the sky is one of the most popular locations to visit in Ladakh. The stunning views of this lake paired with Ladakh’s cold deserted mountains and the clear blue sky make for a perfect view to capture to rev-up your Instagram feed.
2. Khardungla Pass
Khardungla Pass is the world’s highest motorable road and serves astonishing panoramic views of the Ladakh landscape. Surrounded by snow-covered mountains at all times of the year, this beautiful location in Ladakh serves views straight out of a dream. Don’t forget to click a picture with the sign that says “Highest Motorable Road In The World” to flaunt on your Insta feed!
3. Nubra
Nubra Valley in Ladakh is home to some of the most beautiful valleys and lakes you will ever witness. The otherworldly landscape of this location in Ladakh will leave you speechless! Capture the real essence of Nubra by spending a night in camps and witnessing the sight of a million stars in the clear night sky of Ladakh.
4. Shanti Stupa
Shanti Stupa is a Buddhist stupa situated in Chanspa, Leh. The white coloured dome structure of the stupa paired with the clear blue skies of Ladakh serves as an amazing backdrop to click Insta-worthy pictures. Do not forget to capture panoramic views of the valleys of Ladakh from the top and also spend some time revelling in the quietness of this place.
5. Stok Village
The peaceful little village of Stok lies surrounded by the Stok Range near Leh. Home to the 14-century Stok Monastery which has one of the biggest statues of a seated Gautam Buddha, the Stok village is sure to dazzle you. Spend a day here marvelling at the beautiful sights of the mountains or experiencing the local culture with a walk in the tiny village- either way, you’re sure to get some amazing captures in your camera to build a daunting Insta feed.
6. Hall of Fame
Hall Of Fame is a museum dedicated to the Indian martyrs of the various Indo-Pak wars in Ladakh. Visiting this museum is a great way to gain insight into the life of soldiers fighting in the extreme weather of Ladakh. The museum showcases the arms, ammunition, apparel, etc. used by the Indian army here, that will surely enlighten you with the struggles of the army officials and leave you feeling proud of the Indian Army! Capture away the Insta-worthy antiques, and ammunitions here to rev-up your feed!
7. Kargil War Memorial
The Kargil War Memorial, also known as the Dras War Memorial is made in the memory of Indian martyrs from the Kargil War of 1999. The memorial is a beautiful structure made of pink sandstone with a brass plate in the middle with the names of all Indian Army officials who laid their lives in the war. Capture the essence of this memorial with pictures of the contrasting pink sandstone with the blue skies with the backdrop of the cold deserted mountains of Ladakh.
8. Leh Palace
The ancient Leh Palace is the perfect place to explore the culture and history of Ladakh. This stunning palace of the 17th century serves astonishing views of the Old City of Leh and Stok Kangri mountain ranges. The unique architecture of this palace paired with the backdrop of Ladakh’s mountains surely make this one of the most Instagrammable places in Ladakh.
9. Changla Pass
The Changla pass in Ladakh is one of the highest motorable passes in the world. The pass serves some breathtaking panoramic views of the snow-capped mountains of Ladakh. Capture the sight of white snow, rubbled mountains and fluffy white clouds to take your Instagram feed to the next level.
10. Magnetic Hill
The famous magnetic hill near Leh is one of the biggest wonders in India and one of the most popular attractions in Ladakh. The road nestled between these so-called magnetic hills serves as an amazing place to capture the beauty of the roads of Ladakh. The asphalt roads with the backdrop of magnificent mountains of Ladakh make this location one of the most picturesque ones in Ladakh.
11. Lamayuru
Lamayuru is another popular location in Ladakh which is famous for its unique geography. Lamayuru or “Moonland”, as people like to call it, was said to be immersed in a huge lake many years ago. It is said, a scholar staying at the local Lamayuru Monastery prayed for the lake to dry up leaving moon-like crates all across the place. The unique geography that has attracted tourists from all over the country makes this village one of the most Insta-worthy villages in Ladakh.
12. Alchi
The tiny village of Alchi in Ladakh homes one of the oldest monasteries in the state- the Alchi monastery. Visit this village to experience the real Tibetan culture in Ladakh and witness the marvellous, thousand-year-old Alchi monastery situated near the Indus river. The backdrop of the crystal clear river Indus and the beautiful ancient monastery in front make this location picture-perfect and a must-visit for tourists visiting Ladakh.
With such astonishing landscapes, attractions and sights, Ladakh surely makes for an amazing holiday destination to capture in your camera. Book the best tours and explore this stunning destination with us at great prices!
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