THINGS TO SEE
TSEMO FORT COMPLEX
Location: Leh
From Hotel: 1.5 Kms
About: It Is An Important Historical And Religious Site. The Complex Consist Of Tsemo Castle And Monastery, Built During The Reign Of King Tashi Namgyal (1555-1575).
What To See: It Houses Three Story High Gold Statue Of Maitreya Buddha, Ancient Manuscripts, Statue Of Palden Lhamo And Frescoes.
View : Indus River, Leh City, Snowcapped Peaks Of Zanskar ranges
SHANTI STUPA
Location: Changspa, Leh
From Hotel: 450 meters
About: It Is a White Domed Stupa(chorten) Built In 1991 By Both Japanese And Ladakhi Buddhist To Promote World Peace And Prosperity And Also To Commemorate 2500 Years Of Buddhism. It Is a Symbol Of Ties Between Japan And India.
What To See: It Is a Famous View Point In Leh, Beside Stupa’s Architectural Marvel.
View: Breathtaking Panoramic View Of Leh City And Beyond.
LEH PALACE OR LEHCHEN SPAL-KHAR
Location: Leh
From Hotel: 1.3 Kms.
About: It Is a Nine Story High Former Royal Palace Overlooking The City Of Leh. It Was Constructed In 1600 By King Sengge Namgyal
What To See: It Still Houses The Old Shrine Of King. A Museum where Artifacts Are On Display. Beside The Main Palace, The Complex Also Houses Prominent Structures Such As Namgyal Stupa, Chandazik (Awaloketishwara) Temple And Chamba Lakhang With Medieval Mural Fragments Located Between Inner And Outer Wall
View: The Palace’ Roof Provides Panoramic Views Of Leh City And Beyond.
HALL OF FAME
Location: Leh
From Hotel: 5.5 kms
About: It Is a Museum, Controlled And Maintained By Indian Army In Memory Of Soldiers Who Lost Their Lives Through Indo-Pak Wars
What To See: It Houses Objects Of Various Wars Consist Of Weapons And Documents Of The Time. Various Kind Of Captured Enemy Weapons, Documents And Apparels Worn By Indian Army In Siachen Are On Display. The Museum Also Displays Objects Related To Ladakh’s Rich Culture, Its Fauna And Flora.
SPITUK GOMPA
Location: Spituk, Leh
From Hotel: 7 Kms
About: Spituk Or Pethup Is An 11th Century Monastery Of Gelugpa Sect. It Was Founded By Changchub Od In 11th Century When He Came To Ladakh(Maryul). During The Time Of King Graspa Bum-de, The Order Of Tsonkhapa Was Introduced.
Point Of Interest: Famous For Giant Statue Of Kali, Great View Of Indus Valley. Annual Festival Is Held During 27th to 29th Day Of Eleventh Month Of Tibetan Calendar.
SANGAM (Confluence of Indus & Zanskar river)
Location: Ngemo Ralpa
From Hotel: 36 Kms
About: It Is The Confluence Point Of Indus And Zanskar Rivers. While Indus Appears Clear and Shiny, Zanskar Appears Muddy Green. Color Of Two Rivers Keep Changing According To The Season
What To See: It Is One Of The Hot Tourist Spots Where Tourist Come To Witness The Spectacular View.
SHEY PALACE
Location: Shey Village
From hotel: 16 kms
About: It Was Built In The Year 1655 During The Reign Of King Deldan Namgyal In Memory Of His Late Father Sengge Namgyal. Shey Was Also The Former Capital Of Upper Ladakh.
Point Of Interest: Giant Copper Statue Of Shakyamuni Buddha, Gilded With Gold. Beautiful View Of Shey Valley.
THIKSEY MONASTERY
Location: Thiksey, Leh
From Hotel: 21 Kms
About: Thiksey Is A 15th Century Monastery Affiliated With Gelug School And Is The Largest Of Such Structure In Central Ladakh.
Point Of Interest: The Architecture Strongly Resembles Potala Palace Of Lhasa, Tibet. A15 Meters High Statue Of Maitreya Buddha, Assembly Hall, Tara Temple And Lhamokhang Temple. Houses Many Stupas, Status, Wall Paintings And Scriptures
MATHO GONPA
Location: Matho Village
From Hotel: 26 Kms (40 min)
About: Matho Or Mangtro Meaning “Many Happiness” Is The Only Representative Of Sakya Sect Of Tibetan Buddhism In Ladakh. It Was Founded In 1410 By Dugpa Dorje.
What To See: Matho Nagrang Festival, Famous For Oracles. Museum With Many Old Thankas. 6oo Year Old Thanka (Painting)
ALCHI COMPLEX
Location: Alchi Village
From Hotel: 68 km (1hr 30 min)
About: According To Local Traditions This Monastery Complex Was Built By The Great Traslator, Lotsawa Rinchen zangpo between 958 and 1055. However, Inscriptions Ascribe It To a Tibetan noble, Kal-Dan Shesrab In Late 11th Century.
Point Of Interest: Some Of The Oldest Surviving Murals Of Ladakh, Assembly Hall And Main Temple Built In Kashmiri Style, Elaborate Wood Carvings And Art Work Comparable To Baroque Style
TAKTHOK CAVE MONASTERY
LOCATION: Sakti
From Hotel: 50 Kms
About: It Is The Only Historic Monastery Belonging To Nyingma Sect Of Tibetan Buddhism. Takthok, Meaning Rock Roof Is a Monastery Whose Wall and Roofs Are Made Of Rock. It Was Founded In Mid 16th Century During The Reign Of King Tsewang Namgyal On a Mountain Site Around a Cave In Which Padmasambhava Is Said To Have Meditated In 8th Century
What To See: Rock Cave Temple, Ancient Murals, Old Statues, Oracle
THINGS TO DO
There Are Many Things You Can Do While In Leh-Ladakh, From Embarking On a Trekking Expedition Amidst Breathtaking Himalayan Vistas To Simple Hiking. Experiencing The Thrill Of Riding On The World’s Highest Motorable Road Or Cycling In The Valley Itself. Whether You Want To Experience The Adrenaline Rush Of River Rafting, Paragliding, Bungee Jumping, Rock Climbing Or Unwind In The Soothing Embrace Of Tranquility, Leh, Ladakh Offers You a Variety Of Choices For Everyone According To Their Own Pace, From Meditation Classes To Thrill Fueled Adventures.
PARAGLIDING
About: I am sure you might have experienced paragliding before but flying in the Trans-Himalaya, above 4400 meters with scenic beauty to behold is a life time experience. No experience needed as far as you are under 85 kgs. there is no age limits but minor must be accompanied by an adult
Booking: If you wish to embark on this endeavor… Contact us: +91 9797950356 Email: gomangboutiquehotel@gmail.com
CYCLING/MTB
About: the region’s rugged terrain and high altitude present a challenge but rewarding experience for cycling enthusiasts. You can choose a day’s packages or even for weeks. You can opt for road cycling or mountain bikes as per your interest.
Popular route: Leh-Manali route, Khardongla route.
Point of interest: A one day tour of 20-30 Kms within Leh city is a great way of exploring its beautiful and colorful culture, riding through skinny alleys, ancient monasteries, historic landmarks and old bazaars.
Booking: If you wish to embark on this endeavor… contact us: +91 9797950356 Email: gomangboutiquehotel@gmail.com
TREKKING
About: Ladakh is a world renowned destination for trekking routes, a paradise for trekkers. Trekking in Ladakh is an experience of a lifetime where you not only encounters challenging terrains but spectacular scenery, cultural heritage and unique flora and fauna as well. Ladakh offers variety of trekking routes to choose from, according to ones own desire and ability. Regardless of the route you choose, trekking in Ladakh is more than conquering a peak. It is about allowing you to connect with nature in its purest form. The untouched wilderness, stark beauty of landscape and warm hospitality of locals will leave you longing to return again and again.
Famous Routes: Markha Valley Trek, Sham valley trek, Zanskar Frozen River Trek (chadar trek)
Point of interest: If you are unsure, choosing a one day trek (baby trek) around Leh is a very good way of getting the feel of it and making sure if it is for you or not.
Booking: If you wish to embark on this endeavor… contact us: +91 9797950356 Email: gomangboutiquehotel@gmail.com
RIVER RAFTING
About: Rafting in Ladakh is a very famous tourist attraction, a must try for everyone. The chilly wind, cliffs on side, rugged landscape, freezing water and good rapids makes it an other worldly experience as if we are paddling on a different planet.
Point of interest: Rafting in Ladakh is done on both Indus and Zanskar river and is for both professionals as well as Amateur. Ladakh offers Rapids ranging from level I to IV and you can choose the levels according to difficulty you are willing to undertake.
Booking: If you wish to embark on this endeavor… contact us: +91 9797950356 Email: gomangboutiquehotel@gmail.com
BUNGEE JUMPING
About: Ladakh has the world’s highest Bungee jumping site at 10,000ft above sea level at Tsogsti. If taking plunge in to the rivers is what thrills you, why not take a plunge in mighty Zanskar river from a height of 190 feet
Booking: If you wish to embark on this endeavor… contact us: +91 9797950356 Email: gomangboutiquehotel@gmail.com
ROCK CLIMBING/BOULDERING/CLIMBING GYM
About: The region boasts stunning granite cliffs, towering peaks and vast boulder fields making it a paradise for climbers of all age. both Leh and Nubra valley offers a mix of traditional climbing routes and bouldering problems. If you are new to this sport you can always try the local gym in Leh
Famous sites: Shey boulder cliffs, Taru plain, Suru valley
Point of interest: Suru boulder fest
Booking: If you wish to embark on this endeavor… contact us: +91 9797950356 Email: gomangboutiquehotel@gmail.com
