Ladakh
India
A high-altitude desert in the Indian Himalaya, with Buddhist monasteries above Leh and the blue Pangong Lake at about 4,300 m. The mountain roads into Ladakh are snowbound for much of the winter.
Best time to visit Ladakh
The best time to visit Ladakh is June to September.
Quick facts
- Trip type
- Adventure
- Region
- Asia
- Budget
- $$ (moderately priced)
- Time zone
- Asia/Kolkata (UTC+5:30 in January)
- Coordinates
- 34°09′N 77°35′E
Facts last checked 2 Oct 2026. Sources: en.wikipedia.org, en.wikipedia.org.
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When is the best time to visit Ladakh?
The best time to visit Ladakh is June to September.
How expensive is Ladakh?
Ladakh is moderately priced: $$ on JourneyBay's four-level budget scale, from $ (budget-friendly) to $$$$ (expensive).
What is Ladakh known for?
Ladakh is known for monasteries, high passes and Pangong Lake. A high-altitude desert in the Indian Himalaya, with Buddhist monasteries above Leh and the blue Pangong Lake at about 4,300 m. The mountain roads into Ladakh are snowbound for much of the winter.
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