One of the best locations in Ladakh for a relaxing holiday is near the ‘Suru Valley‘, which is the part of Kargil district in Jammu and Kashmir. One of the most beautiful and fertile valleys of the Ladakh region, Suru Valley offers captivating vistas of the ‘Kun’ and ‘Nun’ peaks of the Himalayan range. The valley is blooming with orchards of mulberry, apples and apricots during spring season. The unmatched beauty and tranquility of this place leaves you mesmerized for your lifetime. Another great option for a wonderful holiday in Ladakh region is the breath-taking ‘Nubra Valley’ which lies at a distance of 150 km. from Leh. Surrounded with harsh arid mountains and blessed with immense natural beauty, a stay at Nubra Valley is a unique experience in itself. In contrast to other mountainous areas that are beaming with greenery, at Nubra Valley you will find mountains to be dry and rugged. This is the only mountain region in India where you will find sand dunes. A sand dune safari sitting on the back of the Bactrian camels is one of the most terrific experiences one can have in his lifetime. ‘Zanskar Valley’ in Ladakh region is another great choice for a vacation amidst snow-capped peaks and magnificent scenic beauty. The valley is one of the most secluded and scantly inhabited valleys of the Ladakh region. Mostly visited by trekkers and river rafters, a stay at the Zanskar Valley can prove to be an overwhelming experience.
A holiday in Ladakh can be combined with visits to many old and beautiful Buddhist Monasteries (‘Hemis‘, ‘Rangdum‘, ‘Thiksey‘, ‘Spituk‘ and ‘Alchi‘ to name a few), sparkling glacial lakes (such as ‘Pangong Tso‘ and ‘Tsomoriri‘) and some of the world’s highest mountain passes (‘Khardung La‘, ‘Zojila La‘ and ‘Chang La‘).
Situated in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, Andretta is a quaint little village perfect for an ideal break from the city life. With the backdrop of Shivalik Hills and breath-taking Dhauladhar range of the Indian Himalayas, Andretta remains untouched from even the traces of urbanization. The town was founded by Norah Richards, an Irish theatre artist in 1920s and since then it has attracted many artists, painters and art lovers. Today, the town is more known to be a learning centre for pottery and craft making. Tourists and art lovers from across the world come here to seek peace, solitude and of course to learn pottery. You can spend a peaceful vacation here in the lap of Mother Nature, just relaxing, taking nature walks, watching birds and soaking yourself in the tranquility of the place. Some of the major tourist attractions of this charming village include ‘Norah Richards House’, ‘Sobha Singh Art Gallery‘ and ‘Andretta Pottery and Craft Society’. ...
A self-contained village located along the Parvati Valley near Kullu in Himachal Pradesh, Malana was under complete isolation till the real ardent trekkers discovered this heaven tucked away in the vicinity of Deo Tibba and Chandrakhani peak. Notoriously famous for its Malana cream and Marijuana business, villagers of Malana are quite wary of any influence of outsiders. Having their own laws and jurisdictions, people of Malana even restrict the outsiders from touching their assets like houses and temples. Guesthouses located on the outskirts of the village are the only accommodation options for people visiting Malana. Leaving aside the notorious part of Malana, what makes this place a perfect destination for a secluded holiday is its tranquil settings and inimitable location that provides extreme peace and solace to tired souls of city dwellers. If you plan to visit Malana, it is recommended to carry your own stuff like eatables and cooking equipment.
Surrounded by high mountain ranges in North-Eastern part of Himachal Pradesh, Spiti valley is one of the least populated regions of India. This land of Buddhist mysticism remains unscathed and unknown to many even till date. Extreme weather, rugged terrain and an immense remoteness of this place cuts it off from a conventional tourist map. With only few villages scattered along the valley, quaint old monasteries dotted with fluttering prayer flags and Buddhist monks roaming around the area, you are bound to spend a peaceful holiday here, cut-off from the entire world. Spiti is the gateway to many popular treks such as Pin-Parvati, Pin-Bhaba and Parang-La, so you will notice many trekkers stopping by at this scenic little valley. ‘Kaza‘ is the main administrative centre of Spiti Valley. Dotted with few government run guesthouses, you can easily get an accommodation here. For a more rustic experience, alluring views and captivating vistas of the nature, you can ...
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