The Leh Manali highway crosses some of the highest mountain passes in the world, including Tanglang, Lachulung, Baralacha, & Rohtang .
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Leh Manali, a journey of a lifetime
At 5359m, Ladakhis claim Tanglang La to be the second highest motor-able pass in the world.
Pangong Tso Lake
Pangong Tso is an endorheic lake situated at an altitude of 4350 m. The route from Leh to Pangong crosses over one of the highest mountain passes in India.
Pangong Lake, blue and pristine
Our driver suddenly pulled to the side of the road and pointed to an opening between two mountains in the distance to our right. There, shimmering in the afternoon light, was a serene mass of blue water.
Sand Dune Guest House, Nubra Valley
Housed in a traditional Ladakhi structure, the Sand Dune Guest House is probably one of the nicest places to stay at in Diskit.
Sumur
Sumur is a picturesque village in the Nubra Valley with lovely green and yellow fields. It is popular on the tourist circuit for the Samstemling Gompa.
Yarab Tso
Yarab Tso is a holy lake located near Sumur, a village about 15 kms from Diskit, midway between Panamik and Sumur.
Panamik Hot Water Springs
Panamik, situated in the Nubra Valley, is known for its hot water springs. Hot water springs are produced by the emergence of geothermally heated water.
Diskit Monastery
Diskit Gompa, the largest and the oldest surviving monastery in Nubra Valley, was founded by Changzem Tserab Zangpo, a disciple of Tsong-kha-pa.