Top 9 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Leh, Jammu and Kashmir

May 12, 2022 Osvaldo Hartline

The Ladakh capital city of Leh lies near the eastern parts of Jammu and Kashmir, on the crossroads of the historic "Silk Route" from Sinkiang to West Asia and to the plains of India. The humbling monasteries of Shey, Hemis, Alchi, Thikse and Lamayuru will nurture your spiritual needs, and the landscape of Leh provides for a number of adventure activities including mountaineering, white-water rafting and trekking along the Markha Valley.
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1. Rezang La War Memorial

Tsaka La Rd, Leh 194201 India
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Rezang La War Memorial

Reviewed By Tripadvissr - Mumbai, India

This memorial pays respect to those Indian soldiers of 1962 Indo China war. Diagonaly opposite to the memorial is the border check post of India and China which can be seen with naked eyes.

2. Chemrey Monastery

Chimre, Leh 194201 India
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Chemrey Monastery

3. Prayer Wheel

Fort Road, Leh India
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Prayer Wheel

Reviewed By Sagarsahab - Mumbai, India

Being a visitor to Leh Ladakh i wanted to learn more about their culture , Everything about Leh was interesting Buddhism the spinning of wheeel and Saying "OM MANI PADME HUM" this was taught by monk to me at monestry ..and our Driver (name Ring Xing ) he provided us knowledge about every place we visit, people of Leh Ladakh are very helpful, honest and hard working. Drivers skills are best driving cars, tempos on hilly region they drive the best.

4. Confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers

Leh India
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Confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers

Reviewed By insearchofmyself - Kolkata (Calcutta), India

One can go to the confluence point of the Indus and Zanskar rivers on a day trip visiting all the sightseeing points in and around Leh. The most amazing pat of this confluence is the two distinctive shades of blue converging together.The views are best seen as you travel to this point from Leh on the NH1. This is suppose to be one of the highest altitude river rafting points. So if you are visiting during the month of june july you can give it a shot. There is also a small canteen near the entrance. One can enjoy the marvelous views sitting near the stairs that lead down to the sangam point while sipping your hot coffee.

5. The Ladakh Arts and Media Organisation

Old Town Below Leh Palace, Leh 194101 India 1982-251554 [email protected] http://lamo.org.in/
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The Ladakh Arts and Media Organisation

Reviewed By LetsGoSightseeing - Noida, India

LAMO is located just below the Leh Palace which means that you've to ascend a bit to reach here. When I visited, I was the only one as it was off season. The entry ticket was INR 100. The 'museum' is built in a traditional house. The first gallery had an exhibition of the early travelers to Ladakh. Further on, I got a glimpse of how locals lived in the early days in traditional houses. Be prepared to climb narrow & steep stairs even inside LAMO. In summer, the organization conducts workshops for local children. One can volunteer here too. Not a big museum but a good one to learn about Ladakhi culture & heritage. A small room in the front also sells souvenirs.

6. Central Asian Museum

Main Bazaar Road, Leh 194101 India
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Central Asian Museum

7. Temple at Sumda Chun

Sumda Chun village, Leh India http://www.india.com/travel/ladakh/places-to-visit/monasteries-sumda-chun/
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Temple at Sumda Chun

8. Prayer Wheel

Leh India
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Prayer Wheel

9. Kalachakra Stupa

Skara Rd, Leh 194101 India
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