Zanskar Valley<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWant that timeless photo to keep framed in your home that transports you right back to Leh? Then head to Zanskar Valley, where the rugged mountains and the dramatic sky complement each other<\/strong>. The terrain is semi-desert but you can easily find a few patches of green by the riverside in the summers. Summer, from April to July, is also considered the best time to plan a trip to Leh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"zanskar](\"https:\/\/gostops.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/klara-avsenik-nmHzwm9HIJg-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\")
Mountains? Check. Sky? Check. Picture-postcard photo? Easy check! Photo credit: Klara Avsenik<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nZanskar valley is the perfect place to get a timelapse of the clouds floating away <\/strong>like they\u2019re commuting, but are in no hurry to get to the place they have to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nTo get to Zanskar, you\u2019d first need to reach Padum village by car via Kargil<\/strong>. Padum is a quaint and remote little town that is the heart of Zanskar and sits at an elevation of 3,657 metres. From there, you\u2019ll be able to see the cluster of mountain ranges at Zanskar and hike to the valley. The<\/strong> hike to Zanskar from Padum will help you reach a higher elevation for better shots of the place.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStakna Monastery<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nSituated just 25 km away from Leh, Stakna Monastery is a must among places to visit in Leh, and a fairly easy one to reach. The monastery sits on a hilltop in isolation with the Himalayan mountain range in its backdrop. From here, you can capture beautiful pictures of the Indus Valley<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe bridge and pathway leading up to the monastery are great places from where you can capture pictures of prayer flags blowing in the wind<\/strong>. Instead of focusing on just capturing the monastery, we suggest that you divert your attention to the pilgrims and landscape as well. Please make sure that you seek permission from the lamas (monks who are spiritual leaders) before you decide to take a picture inside the monastery.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"prayer](\"https:\/\/gostops.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/siriwan-srisuwan-66GdrhYHE7g-unsplash-1024x699.jpg\")
The multicolored prayer flags make it to everyone’s Instagram at some point! Picture credits: Siriwan Srisuwan<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis monastery is 25 kilometers away from Leh. It lies on the Manali – Leh highway and is fairly easy to reach. The conditions of the road are also good, so don\u2019t sit this one out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shanti Stupa<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf we had to pinpoint a place in Leh where you can get as close as possible to feeling the energy of the land, it has to be the Shanti Stupa. The Stupa is a creation of Japanese and Ladakhi Buddhists. A symbol of peace and unity, it sits peacefully at a height of 4,267 metres.<\/strong> If this isn’t on your Leh bucket list<\/a>, you’re doing something wrong!<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis is where you should be using the panorama mode on your camera to go all out<\/strong>. The Shanti Stupa is the one place that most tourists coming to Leh make sure to visit. As in, it may be a while before you get a clear shot without other tourists.<\/strong> At other earthly altitudes this could be frustrating, but when you\u2019re in the company of a symbol that promotes peace, high up in the mountains, it\u2019s pretty hard to get annoyed by anything!<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Shanti](\"https:\/\/gostops.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/sankalp-sharma-uZypmEKbxRw-unsplash-3-768x1024.jpg\")
To say that the stupa is breathtaking would be a grave understatement. Picture credits: Sankalp Sharma<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nYou can get here by road as it\u2019s just 5 km away from the center of Leh. The entire drive back and forth is barely 30 minutes<\/strong>. Cars are allowed to go right upto the mountain on which the stupa sits. An alternative way is to climb 500 steps from the base and give yourself an impromptu workout.<\/strong> When your breathing goes back to normal, take in the beauty of the white peaceful stupa and the equally stunning surroundings. This is one of those places to visit in Leh that leaves you awestruck!<\/p>\n\n\n\nPangong Tso<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIt\u2019s about time we mentioned the most famous of all, Pangong Tso. Come to think of it, Pangong lake is a mandatory place to visit so there\u2019s no way we could leave this out.<\/strong> You may think it’s one of those clich\u00e9 places to visit in Leh, but think again. This is a classic destination, and no matter the number of times you see it, you\u2019ll keep coming back to fixate your eyes on the lake mirroring the empty sky.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Pangong](\"https:\/\/gostops.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/aaron-thomas-0aNUp-RV-Pk-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\")
The Pangong lake makes for that perfect, classic Leh photo. Picture credits: Aaron Thomas<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf you have the time, try camping at Pangong Tso for that astronomical stargazing experience. <\/strong>When you capture the night sky in Leh, you\u2019ll get a silhouette of the distant peaks and the stars glittering in all their glory. Consider stargazing, because you may even see multiple shooting stars! Now isn\u2019t that a reel that would look crazy on your Instagram feed?<\/p>\n\n\n\nAnd when it comes to daytime, we suggest focusing on getting pictures of the gold and yellow hues and reflection of the peaks in the pristine blue water. <\/strong>Last but not least, you can pose with the yellow scooter from the movie 3 Idiots<\/em> that was shot here and make your filmy dreams come true!<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nFortunately, because this is one of the bigger tourist sites, there are local buses from Leh that drive all the way up to the lake.<\/strong> Hop on board to get to know the locals and reach Pangong on a budget. Renting a two-wheeler or hiring a taxi with fellow travelers are other ways to reach here. Keep in mind that the road trip from Leh to Pangong lake will take you approximately 6 hours.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nTso Moriri<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nZanskar valley is the perfect place to get a timelapse of the clouds floating away <\/strong>like they\u2019re commuting, but are in no hurry to get to the place they have to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nTo get to Zanskar, you\u2019d first need to reach Padum village by car via Kargil<\/strong>. Padum is a quaint and remote little town that is the heart of Zanskar and sits at an elevation of 3,657 metres. From there, you\u2019ll be able to see the cluster of mountain ranges at Zanskar and hike to the valley. The<\/strong> hike to Zanskar from Padum will help you reach a higher elevation for better shots of the place.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStakna Monastery<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nSituated just 25 km away from Leh, Stakna Monastery is a must among places to visit in Leh, and a fairly easy one to reach. The monastery sits on a hilltop in isolation with the Himalayan mountain range in its backdrop. From here, you can capture beautiful pictures of the Indus Valley<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe bridge and pathway leading up to the monastery are great places from where you can capture pictures of prayer flags blowing in the wind<\/strong>. Instead of focusing on just capturing the monastery, we suggest that you divert your attention to the pilgrims and landscape as well. Please make sure that you seek permission from the lamas (monks who are spiritual leaders) before you decide to take a picture inside the monastery.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe multicolored prayer flags make it to everyone’s Instagram at some point! Picture credits: Siriwan Srisuwan<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis monastery is 25 kilometers away from Leh. It lies on the Manali – Leh highway and is fairly easy to reach. The conditions of the road are also good, so don\u2019t sit this one out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shanti Stupa<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf we had to pinpoint a place in Leh where you can get as close as possible to feeling the energy of the land, it has to be the Shanti Stupa. The Stupa is a creation of Japanese and Ladakhi Buddhists. A symbol of peace and unity, it sits peacefully at a height of 4,267 metres.<\/strong> If this isn’t on your Leh bucket list<\/a>, you’re doing something wrong!<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis is where you should be using the panorama mode on your camera to go all out<\/strong>. The Shanti Stupa is the one place that most tourists coming to Leh make sure to visit. As in, it may be a while before you get a clear shot without other tourists.<\/strong> At other earthly altitudes this could be frustrating, but when you\u2019re in the company of a symbol that promotes peace, high up in the mountains, it\u2019s pretty hard to get annoyed by anything!<\/p>\n\n\n\nTo say that the stupa is breathtaking would be a grave understatement. Picture credits: Sankalp Sharma<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nYou can get here by road as it\u2019s just 5 km away from the center of Leh. The entire drive back and forth is barely 30 minutes<\/strong>. Cars are allowed to go right upto the mountain on which the stupa sits. An alternative way is to climb 500 steps from the base and give yourself an impromptu workout.<\/strong> When your breathing goes back to normal, take in the beauty of the white peaceful stupa and the equally stunning surroundings. This is one of those places to visit in Leh that leaves you awestruck!<\/p>\n\n\n\nPangong Tso<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIt\u2019s about time we mentioned the most famous of all, Pangong Tso. Come to think of it, Pangong lake is a mandatory place to visit so there\u2019s no way we could leave this out.<\/strong> You may think it’s one of those clich\u00e9 places to visit in Leh, but think again. This is a classic destination, and no matter the number of times you see it, you\u2019ll keep coming back to fixate your eyes on the lake mirroring the empty sky.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Pangong lake makes for that perfect, classic Leh photo. Picture credits: Aaron Thomas<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf you have the time, try camping at Pangong Tso for that astronomical stargazing experience. <\/strong>When you capture the night sky in Leh, you\u2019ll get a silhouette of the distant peaks and the stars glittering in all their glory. Consider stargazing, because you may even see multiple shooting stars! Now isn\u2019t that a reel that would look crazy on your Instagram feed?<\/p>\n\n\n\nAnd when it comes to daytime, we suggest focusing on getting pictures of the gold and yellow hues and reflection of the peaks in the pristine blue water. <\/strong>Last but not least, you can pose with the yellow scooter from the movie 3 Idiots<\/em> that was shot here and make your filmy dreams come true!<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nFortunately, because this is one of the bigger tourist sites, there are local buses from Leh that drive all the way up to the lake.<\/strong> Hop on board to get to know the locals and reach Pangong on a budget. Renting a two-wheeler or hiring a taxi with fellow travelers are other ways to reach here. Keep in mind that the road trip from Leh to Pangong lake will take you approximately 6 hours.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nTso Moriri<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nTo get to Zanskar, you\u2019d first need to reach Padum village by car via Kargil<\/strong>. Padum is a quaint and remote little town that is the heart of Zanskar and sits at an elevation of 3,657 metres. From there, you\u2019ll be able to see the cluster of mountain ranges at Zanskar and hike to the valley. The<\/strong> hike to Zanskar from Padum will help you reach a higher elevation for better shots of the place.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStakna Monastery<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nSituated just 25 km away from Leh, Stakna Monastery is a must among places to visit in Leh, and a fairly easy one to reach. The monastery sits on a hilltop in isolation with the Himalayan mountain range in its backdrop. From here, you can capture beautiful pictures of the Indus Valley<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe bridge and pathway leading up to the monastery are great places from where you can capture pictures of prayer flags blowing in the wind<\/strong>. Instead of focusing on just capturing the monastery, we suggest that you divert your attention to the pilgrims and landscape as well. Please make sure that you seek permission from the lamas (monks who are spiritual leaders) before you decide to take a picture inside the monastery.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe multicolored prayer flags make it to everyone’s Instagram at some point! Picture credits: Siriwan Srisuwan<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis monastery is 25 kilometers away from Leh. It lies on the Manali – Leh highway and is fairly easy to reach. The conditions of the road are also good, so don\u2019t sit this one out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shanti Stupa<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf we had to pinpoint a place in Leh where you can get as close as possible to feeling the energy of the land, it has to be the Shanti Stupa. The Stupa is a creation of Japanese and Ladakhi Buddhists. A symbol of peace and unity, it sits peacefully at a height of 4,267 metres.<\/strong> If this isn’t on your Leh bucket list<\/a>, you’re doing something wrong!<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis is where you should be using the panorama mode on your camera to go all out<\/strong>. The Shanti Stupa is the one place that most tourists coming to Leh make sure to visit. As in, it may be a while before you get a clear shot without other tourists.<\/strong> At other earthly altitudes this could be frustrating, but when you\u2019re in the company of a symbol that promotes peace, high up in the mountains, it\u2019s pretty hard to get annoyed by anything!<\/p>\n\n\n\nTo say that the stupa is breathtaking would be a grave understatement. Picture credits: Sankalp Sharma<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nYou can get here by road as it\u2019s just 5 km away from the center of Leh. The entire drive back and forth is barely 30 minutes<\/strong>. Cars are allowed to go right upto the mountain on which the stupa sits. An alternative way is to climb 500 steps from the base and give yourself an impromptu workout.<\/strong> When your breathing goes back to normal, take in the beauty of the white peaceful stupa and the equally stunning surroundings. This is one of those places to visit in Leh that leaves you awestruck!<\/p>\n\n\n\nPangong Tso<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIt\u2019s about time we mentioned the most famous of all, Pangong Tso. Come to think of it, Pangong lake is a mandatory place to visit so there\u2019s no way we could leave this out.<\/strong> You may think it’s one of those clich\u00e9 places to visit in Leh, but think again. This is a classic destination, and no matter the number of times you see it, you\u2019ll keep coming back to fixate your eyes on the lake mirroring the empty sky.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Pangong lake makes for that perfect, classic Leh photo. Picture credits: Aaron Thomas<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf you have the time, try camping at Pangong Tso for that astronomical stargazing experience. <\/strong>When you capture the night sky in Leh, you\u2019ll get a silhouette of the distant peaks and the stars glittering in all their glory. Consider stargazing, because you may even see multiple shooting stars! Now isn\u2019t that a reel that would look crazy on your Instagram feed?<\/p>\n\n\n\nAnd when it comes to daytime, we suggest focusing on getting pictures of the gold and yellow hues and reflection of the peaks in the pristine blue water. <\/strong>Last but not least, you can pose with the yellow scooter from the movie 3 Idiots<\/em> that was shot here and make your filmy dreams come true!<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nFortunately, because this is one of the bigger tourist sites, there are local buses from Leh that drive all the way up to the lake.<\/strong> Hop on board to get to know the locals and reach Pangong on a budget. Renting a two-wheeler or hiring a taxi with fellow travelers are other ways to reach here. Keep in mind that the road trip from Leh to Pangong lake will take you approximately 6 hours.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nTso Moriri<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Stakna Monastery<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nSituated just 25 km away from Leh, Stakna Monastery is a must among places to visit in Leh, and a fairly easy one to reach. The monastery sits on a hilltop in isolation with the Himalayan mountain range in its backdrop. From here, you can capture beautiful pictures of the Indus Valley<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe bridge and pathway leading up to the monastery are great places from where you can capture pictures of prayer flags blowing in the wind<\/strong>. Instead of focusing on just capturing the monastery, we suggest that you divert your attention to the pilgrims and landscape as well. Please make sure that you seek permission from the lamas (monks who are spiritual leaders) before you decide to take a picture inside the monastery.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe multicolored prayer flags make it to everyone’s Instagram at some point! Picture credits: Siriwan Srisuwan<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis monastery is 25 kilometers away from Leh. It lies on the Manali – Leh highway and is fairly easy to reach. The conditions of the road are also good, so don\u2019t sit this one out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shanti Stupa<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf we had to pinpoint a place in Leh where you can get as close as possible to feeling the energy of the land, it has to be the Shanti Stupa. The Stupa is a creation of Japanese and Ladakhi Buddhists. A symbol of peace and unity, it sits peacefully at a height of 4,267 metres.<\/strong> If this isn’t on your Leh bucket list<\/a>, you’re doing something wrong!<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis is where you should be using the panorama mode on your camera to go all out<\/strong>. The Shanti Stupa is the one place that most tourists coming to Leh make sure to visit. As in, it may be a while before you get a clear shot without other tourists.<\/strong> At other earthly altitudes this could be frustrating, but when you\u2019re in the company of a symbol that promotes peace, high up in the mountains, it\u2019s pretty hard to get annoyed by anything!<\/p>\n\n\n\nTo say that the stupa is breathtaking would be a grave understatement. Picture credits: Sankalp Sharma<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nYou can get here by road as it\u2019s just 5 km away from the center of Leh. The entire drive back and forth is barely 30 minutes<\/strong>. Cars are allowed to go right upto the mountain on which the stupa sits. An alternative way is to climb 500 steps from the base and give yourself an impromptu workout.<\/strong> When your breathing goes back to normal, take in the beauty of the white peaceful stupa and the equally stunning surroundings. This is one of those places to visit in Leh that leaves you awestruck!<\/p>\n\n\n\nPangong Tso<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIt\u2019s about time we mentioned the most famous of all, Pangong Tso. Come to think of it, Pangong lake is a mandatory place to visit so there\u2019s no way we could leave this out.<\/strong> You may think it’s one of those clich\u00e9 places to visit in Leh, but think again. This is a classic destination, and no matter the number of times you see it, you\u2019ll keep coming back to fixate your eyes on the lake mirroring the empty sky.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Pangong lake makes for that perfect, classic Leh photo. Picture credits: Aaron Thomas<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf you have the time, try camping at Pangong Tso for that astronomical stargazing experience. <\/strong>When you capture the night sky in Leh, you\u2019ll get a silhouette of the distant peaks and the stars glittering in all their glory. Consider stargazing, because you may even see multiple shooting stars! Now isn\u2019t that a reel that would look crazy on your Instagram feed?<\/p>\n\n\n\nAnd when it comes to daytime, we suggest focusing on getting pictures of the gold and yellow hues and reflection of the peaks in the pristine blue water. <\/strong>Last but not least, you can pose with the yellow scooter from the movie 3 Idiots<\/em> that was shot here and make your filmy dreams come true!<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nFortunately, because this is one of the bigger tourist sites, there are local buses from Leh that drive all the way up to the lake.<\/strong> Hop on board to get to know the locals and reach Pangong on a budget. Renting a two-wheeler or hiring a taxi with fellow travelers are other ways to reach here. Keep in mind that the road trip from Leh to Pangong lake will take you approximately 6 hours.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nTso Moriri<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe bridge and pathway leading up to the monastery are great places from where you can capture pictures of prayer flags blowing in the wind<\/strong>. Instead of focusing on just capturing the monastery, we suggest that you divert your attention to the pilgrims and landscape as well. Please make sure that you seek permission from the lamas (monks who are spiritual leaders) before you decide to take a picture inside the monastery.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe multicolored prayer flags make it to everyone’s Instagram at some point! Picture credits: Siriwan Srisuwan<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis monastery is 25 kilometers away from Leh. It lies on the Manali – Leh highway and is fairly easy to reach. The conditions of the road are also good, so don\u2019t sit this one out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shanti Stupa<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf we had to pinpoint a place in Leh where you can get as close as possible to feeling the energy of the land, it has to be the Shanti Stupa. The Stupa is a creation of Japanese and Ladakhi Buddhists. A symbol of peace and unity, it sits peacefully at a height of 4,267 metres.<\/strong> If this isn’t on your Leh bucket list<\/a>, you’re doing something wrong!<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis is where you should be using the panorama mode on your camera to go all out<\/strong>. The Shanti Stupa is the one place that most tourists coming to Leh make sure to visit. As in, it may be a while before you get a clear shot without other tourists.<\/strong> At other earthly altitudes this could be frustrating, but when you\u2019re in the company of a symbol that promotes peace, high up in the mountains, it\u2019s pretty hard to get annoyed by anything!<\/p>\n\n\n\nTo say that the stupa is breathtaking would be a grave understatement. Picture credits: Sankalp Sharma<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nYou can get here by road as it\u2019s just 5 km away from the center of Leh. The entire drive back and forth is barely 30 minutes<\/strong>. Cars are allowed to go right upto the mountain on which the stupa sits. An alternative way is to climb 500 steps from the base and give yourself an impromptu workout.<\/strong> When your breathing goes back to normal, take in the beauty of the white peaceful stupa and the equally stunning surroundings. This is one of those places to visit in Leh that leaves you awestruck!<\/p>\n\n\n\nPangong Tso<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIt\u2019s about time we mentioned the most famous of all, Pangong Tso. Come to think of it, Pangong lake is a mandatory place to visit so there\u2019s no way we could leave this out.<\/strong> You may think it’s one of those clich\u00e9 places to visit in Leh, but think again. This is a classic destination, and no matter the number of times you see it, you\u2019ll keep coming back to fixate your eyes on the lake mirroring the empty sky.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Pangong lake makes for that perfect, classic Leh photo. Picture credits: Aaron Thomas<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf you have the time, try camping at Pangong Tso for that astronomical stargazing experience. <\/strong>When you capture the night sky in Leh, you\u2019ll get a silhouette of the distant peaks and the stars glittering in all their glory. Consider stargazing, because you may even see multiple shooting stars! Now isn\u2019t that a reel that would look crazy on your Instagram feed?<\/p>\n\n\n\nAnd when it comes to daytime, we suggest focusing on getting pictures of the gold and yellow hues and reflection of the peaks in the pristine blue water. <\/strong>Last but not least, you can pose with the yellow scooter from the movie 3 Idiots<\/em> that was shot here and make your filmy dreams come true!<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nFortunately, because this is one of the bigger tourist sites, there are local buses from Leh that drive all the way up to the lake.<\/strong> Hop on board to get to know the locals and reach Pangong on a budget. Renting a two-wheeler or hiring a taxi with fellow travelers are other ways to reach here. Keep in mind that the road trip from Leh to Pangong lake will take you approximately 6 hours.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nTso Moriri<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis monastery is 25 kilometers away from Leh. It lies on the Manali – Leh highway and is fairly easy to reach. The conditions of the road are also good, so don\u2019t sit this one out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shanti Stupa<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf we had to pinpoint a place in Leh where you can get as close as possible to feeling the energy of the land, it has to be the Shanti Stupa. The Stupa is a creation of Japanese and Ladakhi Buddhists. A symbol of peace and unity, it sits peacefully at a height of 4,267 metres.<\/strong> If this isn’t on your Leh bucket list<\/a>, you’re doing something wrong!<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis is where you should be using the panorama mode on your camera to go all out<\/strong>. The Shanti Stupa is the one place that most tourists coming to Leh make sure to visit. As in, it may be a while before you get a clear shot without other tourists.<\/strong> At other earthly altitudes this could be frustrating, but when you\u2019re in the company of a symbol that promotes peace, high up in the mountains, it\u2019s pretty hard to get annoyed by anything!<\/p>\n\n\n\nTo say that the stupa is breathtaking would be a grave understatement. Picture credits: Sankalp Sharma<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nYou can get here by road as it\u2019s just 5 km away from the center of Leh. The entire drive back and forth is barely 30 minutes<\/strong>. Cars are allowed to go right upto the mountain on which the stupa sits. An alternative way is to climb 500 steps from the base and give yourself an impromptu workout.<\/strong> When your breathing goes back to normal, take in the beauty of the white peaceful stupa and the equally stunning surroundings. This is one of those places to visit in Leh that leaves you awestruck!<\/p>\n\n\n\nPangong Tso<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIt\u2019s about time we mentioned the most famous of all, Pangong Tso. Come to think of it, Pangong lake is a mandatory place to visit so there\u2019s no way we could leave this out.<\/strong> You may think it’s one of those clich\u00e9 places to visit in Leh, but think again. This is a classic destination, and no matter the number of times you see it, you\u2019ll keep coming back to fixate your eyes on the lake mirroring the empty sky.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Pangong lake makes for that perfect, classic Leh photo. Picture credits: Aaron Thomas<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf you have the time, try camping at Pangong Tso for that astronomical stargazing experience. <\/strong>When you capture the night sky in Leh, you\u2019ll get a silhouette of the distant peaks and the stars glittering in all their glory. Consider stargazing, because you may even see multiple shooting stars! Now isn\u2019t that a reel that would look crazy on your Instagram feed?<\/p>\n\n\n\nAnd when it comes to daytime, we suggest focusing on getting pictures of the gold and yellow hues and reflection of the peaks in the pristine blue water. <\/strong>Last but not least, you can pose with the yellow scooter from the movie 3 Idiots<\/em> that was shot here and make your filmy dreams come true!<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\nFortunately, because this is one of the bigger tourist sites, there are local buses from Leh that drive all the way up to the lake.<\/strong> Hop on board to get to know the locals and reach Pangong on a budget. Renting a two-wheeler or hiring a taxi with fellow travelers are other ways to reach here. Keep in mind that the road trip from Leh to Pangong lake will take you approximately 6 hours.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nTso Moriri<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If we had to pinpoint a place in Leh where you can get as close as possible to feeling the energy of the land, it has to be the Shanti Stupa. The Stupa is a creation of Japanese and Ladakhi Buddhists. A symbol of peace and unity, it sits peacefully at a height of 4,267 metres.<\/strong> If this isn’t on your Leh bucket list<\/a>, you’re doing something wrong!<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is where you should be using the panorama mode on your camera to go all out<\/strong>. The Shanti Stupa is the one place that most tourists coming to Leh make sure to visit. As in, it may be a while before you get a clear shot without other tourists.<\/strong> At other earthly altitudes this could be frustrating, but when you\u2019re in the company of a symbol that promotes peace, high up in the mountains, it\u2019s pretty hard to get annoyed by anything!<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can get here by road as it\u2019s just 5 km away from the center of Leh. The entire drive back and forth is barely 30 minutes<\/strong>. Cars are allowed to go right upto the mountain on which the stupa sits. An alternative way is to climb 500 steps from the base and give yourself an impromptu workout.<\/strong> When your breathing goes back to normal, take in the beauty of the white peaceful stupa and the equally stunning surroundings. This is one of those places to visit in Leh that leaves you awestruck!<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s about time we mentioned the most famous of all, Pangong Tso. Come to think of it, Pangong lake is a mandatory place to visit so there\u2019s no way we could leave this out.<\/strong> You may think it’s one of those clich\u00e9 places to visit in Leh, but think again. This is a classic destination, and no matter the number of times you see it, you\u2019ll keep coming back to fixate your eyes on the lake mirroring the empty sky.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have the time, try camping at Pangong Tso for that astronomical stargazing experience. <\/strong>When you capture the night sky in Leh, you\u2019ll get a silhouette of the distant peaks and the stars glittering in all their glory. Consider stargazing, because you may even see multiple shooting stars! Now isn\u2019t that a reel that would look crazy on your Instagram feed?<\/p>\n\n\n\n And when it comes to daytime, we suggest focusing on getting pictures of the gold and yellow hues and reflection of the peaks in the pristine blue water. <\/strong>Last but not least, you can pose with the yellow scooter from the movie 3 Idiots<\/em> that was shot here and make your filmy dreams come true!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fortunately, because this is one of the bigger tourist sites, there are local buses from Leh that drive all the way up to the lake.<\/strong> Hop on board to get to know the locals and reach Pangong on a budget. Renting a two-wheeler or hiring a taxi with fellow travelers are other ways to reach here. Keep in mind that the road trip from Leh to Pangong lake will take you approximately 6 hours.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Pangong Tso<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What To Capture?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How To Reach Here?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Tso Moriri<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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