My routes across India, city by city. Kept for memory, shared if you plan to backpack around India too.

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Trips
128
Cities
193
Total stops

Leh, Ladakh: places to visit, food to try, travel notes, and map.

State: Ladakh Region: Northern Category: Forts and Palaces, Monuments and Museums, Temple Tour, Backpacker Accommodation: Zostel, goSTOPS, The Hosteller Travel: Bike Rental

Must visit

  • Leh Palace
  • Thiksey Monastery
  • Pangong Tso Lake
  • Nubra Valley & Khardung La
  • Hemis Monastery

Must try

  • Thukpa and thenthuk (Ladakhi noodle soups)
  • Butter tea at a monastery
  • Skyu (traditional pasta stew)
  • Motorcycle ride on Khardung La or Leh-Manali highway
  • Sunrise at Pangong Tso
  • Visit a local homestay in Nubra
  • Camping under stars at Pangong