Leh Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city, one of the capitals of Ladakh, India
About Leh
There is a pass that links Leh directly toKhotan. The city's importance as a trading town slowed down with the partition of India, and ended with the closure of the border in 1962 during the Sino-Indian War. Since opening to tourists in 1974, it has become a bustling tourist town, with many Kashmiri traders. It is a small town, so it is easy to get most places on foot. The old town is a compact area of mud brick houses and narrow lanes directly to the east of Main Bazaar. Changspa is the agricultural "suburb" northwest of the centre, with many guesthouses. The main Bazaar's elevation is approximately 3,555 m (11,490 feet) and Changspa is higher, so take it easy on your first few days there or risk possiblealtitude sickness. Even those experienced with high altitude might have some trouble.
Top Attractions in Leh
Explore the best things to see and do in Leh:
- ★Central Asian Museum
- ★Chhamkang Ri
- ★Confluence of the Zanskar and Indus rivers
- ★Donkey Sanctuary
- ★Gurudwara Pathar Sahib
- ★Hall Of Fame
- ★Hemis Monastery
- ★Karma Dupgyud Choeling
Where to Eat in Leh
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Dosa Point by Indian Army - Highest Dosa Point
- 🍴Gurudwara
- 🍴Gurudwara Pathar Sahib
- 🍴National Restaurant
- 🍴Zomsa Restaurant
Where to Stay in Leh
- 🏨Eagle Guest House
- 🏨Ecology Hostel
- 🏨Gurudwara Pathar Sahib
- 🏨Himalayan Bunker
- 🏨Himalayan Retreat Guesthouse
- 🏨Hitchhikers Hostel
Leh Travel Guide Sections
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