{"id":11698,"date":"2025-05-22T09:46:26","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T07:46:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/?page_id=11698"},"modified":"2025-05-22T09:46:28","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T07:46:28","slug":"leh-travel-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/leh-travel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Leh"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The capital of Ladakh is called <strong>Leh<\/strong>, the largest city in the region and a trading post on the ancient Silk Road. It is located in <strong>northern India<\/strong>, in a valley of the Himalayas not far from 7,000-meter peaks and some of the highest lakes in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The landscape of Ladakh changes gradually throughout the year, but if there is one color that stands out and that we cannot forget, it is the white of the snow and the mountains in winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" id=\"fila1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-senff-sticky-block\" data-topspace=\"60\" data-cfa=\"true\" data-minwidth=\"600\" data-maxwidth=\"99999\" data-pushup=\"#sep1\" data-zindex=\"1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\">\n  <nav>\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/iconos\/antesdeir.png\" alt=\"Information about Leh\" class=\"img-menu-content img-menu-content-in\">\n    <h2 id=\"antes-de-ir-india\" class=\"menu-seccion\">BEFORE YOU GO<\/h2>\n    <ul>\n    \t  <li><a href=\"#the-capital-of-ladakh\">The Capital of Ladakh<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#when-to-go-to-leh\">When to Go to Leh<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#visa-to-travel-to-india\">Visa to Travel to India<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#travel-insurance\">Travel Insurance<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#india-e-sim-with-internet\">India eSIM with Internet<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#how-to-reach-leh\">How to Reach Leh?<\/a><\/li>    \n      <\/ul>\n  <\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column mb0 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading outline\">BEFORE YOU GO<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-0\" id=\"the-capital-of-ladakh\">The Capital of Ladakh<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Popular for its trekking routes, a challenge for climbers and a remote point on the map that those who want to know everything about the great Asian subcontinent wish to reach, Leh could not be less similar to the rest of the country, adorned with stupas, temples and gompas, since Buddhism is the predominant religion in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This remote corner of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/india-travel-guide\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2484\">India<\/a> <\/strong>won us over in a few minutes,and with this guide we want to convince you to take the long road to get there and, with a bit of luck, even cross a pass. Will you give us a chance?<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/leh-viaje-1.jpg\" alt=\"Leh, with Its Mountains in the Background\" class=\"wp-image-13248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/leh-viaje-1.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/leh-viaje-1-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Leh, with Its Mountains in the Background<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Wherever you look and from almost any part of Leh, you will see mountains and more mountains. Some of the most spectacular viewpoints are at the top, where there is always a palace, castle or temple. Take it easy and explore the city without rushing, don&#8217;t let the altitude take its toll on you. Rest, drink plenty of water and don&#8217;t push yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"when-to-go-to-leh\">When to Go to Leh<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>May to October is the best time to visit Leh, as temperatures are very pleasant and roads are usually open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Peak Season (June to August): <\/strong>This is the best time to visit the Ladakh area, as the highway from Manali to Leh remains open and the temperature and weather are usually conducive for trekking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mid-season (May to October): <\/strong>In May, temperatures begin to rise and it can be a good time to go trekking. The same is true in September and October, if winter is delayed a little. However, there is no 100% certainty of being able to go on hikes during these months; everything will depend on the weather.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Low Season (November to April):<\/strong> These months are the coldest and not recommended for visiting Leh, as access by road is impossible and, even arriving by plane, the low temperatures at these altitudes can be extreme.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-0\" id=\"visa-to-travel-to-india\">Visa to Travel to India<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We know that the subject of visas can be somewhat confusing, especially for India, where obtaining one is an essential requirement for entry. In the article on how to obtain an Indian visa step by step (coming soon) you have information on how to apply for one online for up to 5 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"travel-insurance\">Travel Insurance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s essential to travel to India with comprehensive insurance. <strong>We were among the first<\/strong> to offer the popular <strong>IATI discount<\/strong>, and you can now get it with <strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/heymondo-travel-insurance-discount\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Heymondo Travel Insurance<\/a><\/strong><\/strong> as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find more information about both companies through the links provided above, or you can access the discount directly using the buttons below (in both cases, you\u2019ll see the reduced final price on their website):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list bot-new\">\n<li class=\"bot-new-seguro\"><em>IATI Travel Insurance<\/em> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iatitravelinsurance.com\/en\/?r=1419098974388&amp;cmp=pag-EN-leh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">discount<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"bot-new-seguro\"><em>Heymondo <\/em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/heymondo.com\/?utm_medium=Afiliado&amp;utm_source=CONMOCHILAEN&amp;utm_campaign=PRINCIPAL&amp;cod_descuento=CONMOCHILAEN&amp;ag_campaign=DELHI+ENGLISH&amp;agencia=gyRKk5CeTCciisFnu3vw6wkweIlxr3cYiN0qboD8&amp;redirect=TEMPORAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">discount<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"bot-new-seguro\"><em>Chapka Travel Insurance<\/em> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chapkadirect.com\/?app=conmochila\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">discount<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"india-e-sim-with-internet\">India eSIM with Internet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While many hotels, guesthouses, and restaurants in India offer free Wi-Fi, some travelers prefer or need a constant connection. We\u2019ve included details on obtaining a&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/esim-india-unlimited-data\/\">eSIM India<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;card with unlimited data (from <strong>Holafly<\/strong>) or with fixed data but cheaper (from <strong>Saily<\/strong>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to get it directly, here\u2019s the link (with a discount) for both companies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list bot-new\">\n<li class=\"bot-new-seguro\"><strong>Holafly<\/strong> eSIM with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/holafly.sjv.io\/DyV955\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">discount<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"bot-new-seguro\"><strong>Saily<\/strong> eSIM with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/go.saily.site\/aff_c?offer_id=101&amp;aff_id=7418&amp;url_id=635&amp;aff_sub=pag-EN-delhi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">discount<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-reach-leh\">How to Reach Leh?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike other areas of India, getting to Leh is not that easy, as it is a remote and mountainous area and there are not too many options. Here are a couple:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bus or 4\u00d74 from Manali<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>It is not easy to get there by road, especially in the winter season, when the way is often closed for months. The most logical and normal option is to get to Manali and once there take a bus, taxi or 4&#215;4 to take you to Leh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a route that we recommend doing in at least 2 days (better from 3 onwards). In addition to the fact that it is more than 10 hours of road in normal conditions, the altitude can play a trick on you. You will reach 5100 m, so <strong>altitude sickness<\/strong> can appear and ruin your trip. Be careful and use your head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plane from Delhi<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There are daily flights from Delhi, but due to the geography of the area, weather can influence the airline&#8217;s decision to go or not. Due to a storm, our flight was canceled on one occasion, so we had to wait to leave the next day. That&#8217;s why it&#8217;s so important to take into account the time of year you&#8217;re going to travel to Ladakh, especially if you have little time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list bot-new\">\n<li class=\"bot-new-avion\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/12go.asia\/en\/travel\/delhi-airport\/leh-ladakh\/?z=14994&amp;sub_id=pag-EN-leh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Flight offers to Leh<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-alpha-channel-opacity has-text-color has-background has-light-grey-background-color has-light-grey-color\" id=\"sep1\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" id=\"fila2\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-senff-sticky-block\" data-topspace=\"60\" data-cfa=\"true\" data-minwidth=\"600\" data-maxwidth=\"99999\" data-pushup=\"#sep2\" data-zindex=\"1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\">\n  <nav>\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/iconos\/ver.png\" alt=\"What to see or do in Leh\" class=\"img-menu-content img-menu-content-in\">\n    <h2 id=\"que-ver-hacer\" class=\"menu-seccion\">WHAT TO SEE \/ DO<\/h2>\n    <ul>  \n       <li><a href=\"#leh-palace\">Leh Palace<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#chowkhang-vihara-gompa\">Chowkhang Vihara Gompa<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#tsemo-castle\">Tsemo Castle<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#shanti-stupa\">Shanti Stupa<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#main-bazaar-market\">Main Bazaar \/ Market<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#shey-palace\">Shey Palace<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#thiksey-palace\">Thiksey Palace<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#spituk-monastery\">Spituk Monastery<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#hemis-monastery\">Hemis Monastery<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#lamayuru-gompa\">Lamayuru Gompa<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#phyang-monastery\">Phyang Monastery<\/a><\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n  <\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column margin-bottom-0 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading outline\">WHAT TO SEE \/ DO<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-0\" id=\"leh-palace\">Leh Palace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Leh palace <\/strong>&nbsp;is almost as dilapidated as the road that leads to it, even though it was once a symbol of Ladakh&#8217;s strength. Also known as the &#8220;Glorious nine storey castle&#8221;, it is somewhat reminiscent of the <strong>Jodhpur<\/strong> fort, although it has nothing to do with it.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/palacio-leh-01.jpg\" alt=\"Leh Palace\" class=\"wp-image-13247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/palacio-leh-01.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/palacio-leh-01-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Leh Palace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Inside there is nothing but dust, and from the outside it is not a beauty either. However, it is worth paying the 300 rupees just for the panoramic view from the terrace, where you will want to stay for a while if the sun comes out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/jammu-and-kashmir-l2880\/full-day-leh-monasteries-tour-shey-thiksey-hemis-t679019\/?partner_id=ORA5DUX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=EN-page-leh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Full-day Leh Monasteries Tour<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/leh-l32458\/leh-3hours-short-trip-spituk-monastery-leh-palace-more-t720617\/?partner_id=ORA5DUX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=EN-page-leh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">3-Hour Trip to Spituk Monastery and Leh Palace<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"chowkhang-vihara-gompa\">Chowkhang Vihara Gompa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chowkhang Vihara Gompa <\/strong>was built in 1956 in honor of the 2500th anniversary of Buddha. Situated parallel to the marketplace, this monastery is one of the best places to visit on your first day in Leh, as you don&#8217;t have to climb too high to find it and it will come in handy if you are noticing the first symptoms of oxygen deprivation.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/Chowkhang-vihara-leh-05-1.jpg\" alt=\"Prayer Wheels, Chowkhang Vihara Gompa\" class=\"wp-image-13249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/Chowkhang-vihara-leh-05-1.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/Chowkhang-vihara-leh-05-1-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Prayer Wheels, Chowkhang Vihara Gompa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Eighty-nine prayer wheels surround the central building with the mantra of compassion engraved on them, rotating them clockwise while repeating&nbsp; \u201cOm mani padme hum\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tsemo-castle\">Tsemo Castle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A steep zigzag path leads up to <strong>Tsemo Castle<\/strong>, the highest point in Leh. Also known as Namgyal Tsemo, this now ruined building was built by King Tashi Namgyal in the 16th century and houses a temple with an eight-meter statue of Maitreya (the next Buddha).<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/tsemo-castle-leh-31.jpg\" alt=\"Tsemo Castle\" class=\"wp-image-13250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/tsemo-castle-leh-31.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/tsemo-castle-leh-31-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tsemo Castle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Wait a couple of days to get there because the climb is a bit tough, despite the beautiful views and how photogenic it is thanks to the hundreds of prayer flags that decorate the path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"shanti-stupa\">Shanti Stupa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shanti Stupa<\/strong>&nbsp; is a huge white dome commemorating the 2500th anniversary of Buddhism. It depicts different stages of Buddha&#8217;s life and, although the project was started by Japanese Buddhist Gyomyo Nakamura, it was completed by local Ladakhis.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"949\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/Shanti-stupa-leh-09.jpg\" alt=\"Shanti Stupa\" class=\"wp-image-13252\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shanti Stupa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Despite the steepness of the stairs, it is not too difficult to climb up to the gompa, where a lot of people gather at dusk. Take your mobile phone or a flashlight with you in case it gets dark when you start to descend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/leh-l32458\/ladakh-tour-t613850\/?partner_id=ORA5DUX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=EN-page-leh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">5-day Private Tour of Ladakh&#8217;s Natural Wonders and Monasteries<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"main-bazaar-market\">Main Bazaar \/ Market<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the city center, right at the foot of the Leh Palace, you will find the <strong>Main Bazaar<\/strong>, frequented by both Asian tourists and a variety of wildlife, including donkeys. Here you can buy typical Ladakh clothing or trekking clothes if you are missing some equipment, but you can also entertain yourself by buying souvenirs or trying Indian nuts, which are amazing.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/main-bazar-leh.jpg\" alt=\"Main bazaar Leh (market)\" class=\"wp-image-13251\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/main-bazar-leh.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/main-bazar-leh-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Main bazaar Leh (market)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This is the area where you will also find most of the restaurants serving Indian, Nepalese and Tibetan food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"shey-palace\">Shey Palace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shey Palace<\/strong> was a royal residence in the 10th century and is considered Ladakh&#8217;s first castle. In 1647, King Deldan Namgyal built a new one and Shakyamuni Temple on the same site. But the best thing about this palace is not the building itself, which is falling apart, or even the 12-foot Buddha statue, but the views.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/SHEY-PALACE.jpg\" alt=\"Shey Palace\" class=\"wp-image-13253\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/SHEY-PALACE.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/SHEY-PALACE-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shey Palace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>From the balcony you can see the Holy Fish Pond in the fields, and in the distance, again, the Himalayas framing the landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"thiksey-palace\">Thiksey Palace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Half an hour from Leh is the monastic complex of <strong>Thiksey Palace<\/strong>, which extends over the rocky slope of the mountain and is almost a village. Going up its narrow streets, you will find the temple of Maitrya, the Tara Temple and the Temple of the Protectors.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/THIKSEY-PALACE.jpg\" alt=\"Thiksey Palace\" class=\"wp-image-13254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/THIKSEY-PALACE.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/THIKSEY-PALACE-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Thiksey Palace<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>There is a lot of local tourism, and, considering how curious the Indians are, don&#8217;t be surprised if someone stops you to ask where you&#8217;re from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/jammu-and-kashmir-l2880\/full-day-leh-monasteries-tour-shey-thiksey-hemis-t679019\/?partner_id=ORA5DUX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=EN-page-leh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Visit Shey Palace, Thiksay adn Hemis Monateries in Leh<\/a><\/strong> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"spituk-monastery\">Spituk Monastery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Spituk Monastery <\/strong>is located about seven kilometers from Leh and was founded by Od-de, the elder brother of Lha Lama Changchub Od in the 11th century. The monastery overlooks the Indus River, but its interior is also interesting. In the Tibetan prayer hall, there is a statue of Tsongkhapa, the founder of Gelugpa Buddhism.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1714\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/Spituk_monastery-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Spituk Monastery\" class=\"wp-image-13261\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Spituk Monastery<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Take advantage of the opportunity to visit on an excursion that includes other points of interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hemis-monastery\">Hemis Monastery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hemis monastery<\/strong> is possibly the most impressive place in Leh and its surroundings. Unlike the ones we have already mentioned, this one is hidden among the mountains, perhaps that is why one is already amazed when arriving at its location, sheltered between steep rock walls. It is believed that the ground is a sacred mandala of Heruka, hence the belief that the land is sacred.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-imagen-post-H\"><img style=\"aspect-ratio: 700\/466\" height=\"466\" width=\"700\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/HEMIS-MONASTERY-700x466.jpg\" alt=\"Hemis Monastery\" class=\"wp-image-41779\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hemis Monastery<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lamayuru-gompa\">Lamayuru Gompa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lamayuru Gompa<\/strong>&nbsp; is one of the oldest in Ladakh, and there are several stories regarding its origins. One of them says that the valley was once filled with water and, when Arhat Nimagon made an offering to the Nagas, it dried up and the temple was built.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/Lamayuru_gompa.jpg\" alt=\"Lamayuru Gompa\" class=\"wp-image-13255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/Lamayuru_gompa.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/Lamayuru_gompa-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lamayuru Gompa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The building is no less spectacular than the legends that tell of it, as it is located on a vertical wall, defying the laws of gravity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"phyang-monastery\">Phyang Monastery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in the late to early 16th century, <strong>Phyang Gompa <\/strong>is situated on a hilltop overlooking the village below. Its temples have a fine collection of artwork, frescoes, statues and stupas, and the monks at the monastery have a carpentry studio.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/Phyang_monastery.jpg\" alt=\"Phyang Monastery\" class=\"wp-image-13256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/Phyang_monastery.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/Phyang_monastery-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Phyang Monastery<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>There is a nice path with stupas that you have to walk to reach the temple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you like visiting monasteries and exploring the more spiritual side, here is a link to an excursion that may be interesting:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/leh-l32458\/-marvels-of-ladakh-leh-to-alchi-and-lamayuru-in-a-day--t664358\/?partner_id=ORA5DUX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=EN-page-leh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Spiritual Getaway and Marvels of Ladakh: Likir Monastery, Alchi and Lamayuru Tour from Leh<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-alpha-channel-opacity has-text-color has-background has-light-grey-background-color has-light-grey-color\" id=\"sep2\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" id=\"fila3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-senff-sticky-block\" data-topspace=\"0\" data-cfa=\"true\" data-minwidth=\"600\" data-maxwidth=\"99999\" data-pushup=\"#sep3\" data-zindex=\"1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\">\n  <nav>\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/iconos\/tours.png\" alt=\"Tours in Leh\" class=\"img-menu-content img-menu-content-in\">\n    <h2 id=\"tours\" class=\"menu-seccion\">TOURS<\/h2>\n    <ul>\n      <li><a href=\"#trekking-markha-valley\">Trekking Markha Valley<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#explore-the-valley-by-motorbike\">Explore the Valley by Motorbike<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#extreme-sports\">Extreme Sports<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#wildlife-sighting\">Wildlife Sighting<\/a><\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n  <\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading outline\">TOURS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-0\" id=\"trekking-markha-valley\">Trekking Markha Valley<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The good memories of the <strong>Annapurna trek<\/strong> years ago made us want to set foot in the Himalayas again. This time, the chosen area was the north of India and to go on the <strong>Markha Valley trek<\/strong>, a route that includes two mountain passes at more than 4900 meters of altitude and that made us know our own physical limits.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/trekking-leh.jpg\" alt=\"Trekking in Leh\" class=\"wp-image-13257\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/trekking-leh.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/trekking-leh-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Trekking in Leh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>But this is not the only route in Ladakh, since there are different levels and days of duration:&nbsp; <strong>Kharnak, Tsarab Chu,&nbsp; Round Sultanlango\u2026<\/strong> Do a little research and choose the one that best suits you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/leh-l32458\/leh-nubra-valley-day-trip-via-khardung-la-pass-t784170\/?partner_id=ORA5DUX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=EN-page-leh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Nubra Valley Day Trip via Khardung La Pass<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"explore-the-valley-by-motorbike\">Explore the Valley by Motorbike<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If there is something we really want to do, it is to <strong>tour the Ladakh Valley on a motorbike<\/strong>, a very popular activity among those who are not afraid of curves or Indian traffic, an adventure that is certainly on par with a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/motorcycle-route-in-vietnam\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"4582\">motorbike tour through Vietnam<\/a><\/strong> or a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/on-a-royal-enfield-to-kanyakumari-where-india-ends\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"6499\">Royal Enfield in southern India<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/ladakh-en-moto.jpg\" alt=\"Ladakh on a motorbike\" class=\"wp-image-13258\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/ladakh-en-moto.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/ladakh-en-moto-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ladakh on a motorbike<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>There are countless agencies in the center of Leh where you can rent one of these motorbikes; you will see them everywhere with their tiny prayer flags hanging from one side of the handlebar to the other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t dare to take the motorbike but still want to see the valley, you can try a car tour to pass through one of the highest motorable roads in the world, the Khardung La Pass, at over 5,000 meters above sea level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/leh-l32458\/-leh-to-pangong-lake-sameday-tour-a-day-of-tranquil-wonders-t662538\/?partner_id=ORA5DUX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=EN-page-leh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Day trip to Pangong Lake by Private Jeep<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/srinagar-l2881\/from-srinagar-6-day-motorcycle-tour-to-leh-and-nubra-valley-t943754\/?partner_id=ORA5DUX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=EN-page-leh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">6-Day Motorcycle Tour to Leh and Nubra Valley<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"extreme-sports\">Extreme Sports<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the time of year you visit Leh and the weather conditions, you may be able to do some of the following activities. <strong>Rafting down the Zanskar River<\/strong> is one of the most popular if you are brave enough to take on the currents and not afraid of the cold water of this tributary of the Indus River.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/escaladores-daniela-paolo.jpg\" alt=\"Extreme Sports in Leh\" class=\"wp-image-13260\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/escaladores-daniela-paolo.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/escaladores-daniela-paolo-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Extreme Sports in Leh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>You can also go <strong>downhill by bike<\/strong> or <strong>snowboard in the dunes in Hunder<\/strong>. However, if you are into climbing peaks, <a href=\"https:\/\/rppd.blogspot.com\/search\/label\/Himalaias\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Daniela and Paulo<\/a> will surely tell you more interesting things than we can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/jammu-and-kashmir-l2880\/leh-downhill-mountain-biking-from-khardong-la-top-t981585\/?partner_id=ORA5DUX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=EN-page-leh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Downhill Mountain Biking from Khardong La Top<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"wildlife-sighting\">Wildlife Sighting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The main protagonist of this section is the <strong>snow leopard<\/strong>, a shy and extremely difficult to spot feline that we deeply admire. However, there are many species that can be found in this area of \u200b\u200bthe Himalayas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We were drooling when we saw the marmots and pikas, we were amazed when we saw the wild goats climbing and we were again surprised when we saw the yaks.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/fauna-salvaje.jpg\" alt=\"Wildlife in Leh\" class=\"wp-image-13262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/fauna-salvaje.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/fauna-salvaje-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Wildlife in Leh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>NOTE:<\/strong> Some agencies in Leh organize tours just to see the wildlife of Ladakh.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-alpha-channel-opacity has-text-color has-background has-light-grey-background-color has-light-grey-color\" id=\"sep3\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" id=\"fila4\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-senff-sticky-block\" data-topspace=\"60\" data-cfa=\"true\" data-minwidth=\"600\" data-maxwidth=\"99999\" data-pushup=\"#sep4\" data-zindex=\"1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\">\n  <nav>\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/iconos\/dormir.png\" alt=\"Accommodation in Leh\" class=\"img-menu-content img-menu-content-in\">\n    <h2 id=\"dormir\" class=\"menu-seccion\">SLEEP<\/h2>\n    <ul>\n           <li><a href=\"#where-to-sleep-in-leh\">Where to Sleep in Leh?<\/a><\/li> \n    <\/ul>\n  <\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading outline\">Sleep<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-0\">Where to Sleep in Leh?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/in\/lhachik-guest-house.html?aid=372777&amp;label=pag-EN-leh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Lachik guesthouse<\/strong><\/a>: That this family has named their accommodation after their daughter gives us a clue as to the kind of people they are. This modest family lives a bit away from the center of Leh, something that can be seen as an advantage due to the hustle and bustle of the busy streets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their double rooms are spacious and have huge windows where you will enjoy the sunshine coming through the windows, especially if you visit the city in its colder months. The hostess prepares breakfasts to take there or to take away if you are going to start trekking and her husband does not hesitate to make any call to help you in the preparation of your activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also take a look at these recommendations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns gap1 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-196a3327 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0rem;padding-right:0rem;padding-bottom:0rem;padding-left:0rem\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1037806\" alt=\"Raybo Hostel\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/453059017.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-10 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading hoteles event-alojamientos\">(\u20ac) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/in\/raybo-hostel.html?aid=372777&amp;label=pag-EN-leh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Raybo Hostel<\/a><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-\"><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1037808\" alt=\"Thangkop House\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/483408047.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-10 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading hoteles event-alojamientos\">(\u20ac\u20ac) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/in\/thangkop-guest-house-leh.html?aid=372777&amp;label=pag-EN-leh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Thangkop House<\/a><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-\"><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1037809\" alt=\"Gomang Boutique Hotel\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/92649553.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-10 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading hoteles event-alojamientos\">(\u20ac\u20ac\u20ac) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/in\/gomang.html?aid=372777&amp;label=pag-EN-leh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Gomang Boutique Hotel<\/a><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-\"><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-alpha-channel-opacity has-text-color has-background has-light-grey-background-color has-light-grey-color\" id=\"sep4\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" id=\"fila5\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-senff-sticky-block\" data-topspace=\"0\" data-cfa=\"true\" data-minwidth=\"600\" data-maxwidth=\"99999\" data-pushup=\"#final-footer\" data-zindex=\"1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\">\n  <nav>\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/iconos\/consejos.png\" alt=\"Travel tips for Leh\" class=\"img-menu-content img-menu-content-in\">\n    <h2 id=\"consejos\" class=\"menu-seccion\">TRAVEL TIPS<\/h2>\n    <ul>\n     <li><a href=\"#acclimatization\">Acclimatization<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#getting-around-leh\">Getting around Leh<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#map\">Map<\/a><\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n  <\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading outline\">TIPS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"acclimatization\">Acclimatization<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you have come to Leh to see the city or to do other activities afterwards (especially if you are going trekking and continuing uphill), take a few days to adjust to the altitude. Rest during the first day and then take short excursions visiting the places we have mentioned previously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t ignore your body, be cautious and get informed; you can read more about this in the article we wrote about <strong>altitude sickness<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/aclimatacion-altura-leh.jpg\" alt=\"Altitude sickness Leh\" class=\"wp-image-13259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/aclimatacion-altura-leh.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/05\/aclimatacion-altura-leh-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Altitude sickness Leh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"getting-around-leh\">Getting around Leh<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best option for exploring Leh is on foot. 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