10 Fun things to do in Leh Ladakh
With Leh now become the new summer capital for bikers, backpackers and tourists, here is a list of things to do in the most famous Himalayan town of India. Read on to know more…
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1. Ladakh T-shirt
The market is flooded with shops selling Ladakh embroidery t-shirts with various designs and colours. The journey route map is one particular t-shirt design, which is surely worth a buy.
2. Leh Gompa
Located in the heart of the town is Leh Gonpa which is often forgotten by travellers, who venture off to more renowned ones. The monastery is a must-visit.
3. Kargil kebabs
If you are a street food fan then the Kargil kebabs sold in Leh are the thing to try. You will find plenty of small handcarts selling chicken and mutton kebabs. The specialty of Leh is a kebab called Tabakmaz which is the similar to meat ribs.
4. Tibetan market
With plenty of Tibetan refugee shopping centres all around the town. these shopping grounds are haven for anyone and everyone from ₹30 for the tiny prayer flags to ₹8500 for a Buddha statue, the market has it all. Just remember to haggle.
5. Yak cheese pizza
One of the few places in India where you get yak cheese. Try a different variety of cheese on your pizza this time, at the German bakeries of Leh.
6. Rent a bike
Biking and Ladakh go hand in hand. It’s something that has been spoken, written and drooled over by one and all. If hardcore riding is not your thing, then renting a bike for a couple of hours just to get a feel of it, is worth every penny.
7. Get lost
The town of Leh is like a complete maze. Get lost in the narrow lanes of Leh, walk with the locals, rotate the prayer wheel. Just explore and have fun.
8. The Palace
Overlooking the entire town of Leh is the palace by the same name which offers travellers a panoramic wide-angle view of the entire town.
9. Home Stays
Leh has all kinds of deluxe and star hotels but the best way to get a real feel of the place and to soak in the culture is by opting to live with the locals. Home Stays are available all over the town and is highly recommend.
10. Meet Locals
A trip to Ladakh is incomplete without having a healthy conversation with a local. The locals are very excited to talk to travellers and the best way to meet the locals is in the main market in Leh. The fruit sellers are some of the nicest to strike a conversation with.
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