Ladakh is the highest altitude plateau region in India, often called the cold desert for its minimal annual rainfall and cold weather. Ladakh incorporates parts of Himalaya and Karakoram mountain ranges and the upper Indus river valley. The southern extension of

Ladakh in Winter – travel pointers
Leh reachable only by air in winter The only two ways to travel to Leh are by air and by road. The two main highways to Ladakh-the Manali-Leh highway and the Srinagar-Leh highway are closed during winter. Hence travelling by

Pangong Tso or Pangong lake, Ladakh
At 14,270 ft., the world’s highest saline water lake is worth a visit in winter, when it is frozen so solid that you can drive your car on it! I am obviously joking, as you are not allowed to step

What to see in Leh, Ladakh, in winter
At first sight, the location of Leh, the capital of Ladakh, is very impressive. Nestled in a valley with the Indus river and surrounded by snow capped mountain peaks. But the town itself is not very impressive. It does not

Obtaining Inner Line Permit for travel to Ladakh
Who has to apply Certain areas of Ladakh have been notified as protected/restricted. This includes Khardung La/Nubra Valley, Pangong Tso, Tso Moriri and Siachen base camp. I am sure there is a list of all places that require a permit