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The stupa is perched atop a small hill in Leh, the capital town of Ladakh. Shanti Stupa offers a stunning panoramic view of the city and the surrounding villages. The stupa was built in 1991 by Japanese Buddhist Bhikshu, Gyomyo Nakamura as a mark of the successful completion of 2500 years of Buddhism and a part of the peace pagoda mission. It holds the relics of the Buddha at its base that were enshrined by the 14th Dalai Lama. The stupa is a two-level structure, on the first, there is a Dharmachakra with deer on each side and a central golden coloured Buddha image sitting on a platform. On the other, there are reliefs depicting the birth and death of Buddha and his defeating devils while meditating. One can witness the devotees circumambulating the stupa in a clockwise direction. Shanti Stupa is a must go for every tourist.

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Lamayuru It is known as the Moonland of Ladakh and situated at a distance of 115 km(s) from Leh, one can easily cover Lamayuru in a day return trip from Leh. With its moonlike landscape, sometimes called the moonscape, Lamayuru is captivating and divine. Lamayuru is known for its 11th century monastery situated at a height of 3510 metres but the rugged landscape, odd geographical formations and picturesque views make Lamayuru a unique destination for tourists. The annual festival known as Yuru Kabgyat is the major attraction of Lamayuru monastery

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Pangong Tso (lake) is situated at a height of 14,270ft above sea level and is said to be one of the highest brackish water lakes in the world. The lake is almost 5km wide and 134km long, with one-third of it lying in India and the other two-thirds in China. The beauty is adorned with furry milky clouds and the overlooking stern mountains making an artistic impression reflecting in the water. The lake is also a breeding ground for different types of birds during the summer season. Bar-headed geese, Brahminy ducks, black necked cranes and seagulls are commonly spotted here. The most gripping fact about this lake is that it changes color appearing blue, grey-green, and red at varied points in time. During winter, the lake freezes completely despite being saline water.

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Nubra Valley Situated about 120km north from Leh town, NubraValley is known as the orchard of Ladakh and was originally called ‘Ldumra’ which means the valley of flowers. Its scenic vistas, Bactrian camels (double humped camels) at Hundar sand dunes, majestic monasteries and indeed the orchards leave everyone spellbound. The valley is connected to Leh by Khardungla (one of the highest motorable passes in the world). Panamik hot spring, double humped camel safari, river rafting, trekking and sunbath in the dunes of Hunder. Diskit town is the largest and the main town of the region however the main attraction is the 108ft tall Statue of Maitreya Buddha.
The Siachen Glacier, located on the eastern Karakoram Range, is the highest battlefield and one of the most inhospitable terrains on Earth. It is also the second largest glacier outside the polar region. Siachen Glacier lies way up in the Nubra Valley and has been thrown open for domestic tourists recently but only until the base camp.

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Ladakh having unparalleled geo-climatic, topographical and socio cultural facets, sets out to make it a destination unlike any other place in the world. Being a distinctive wonderland conspicuously marking a peculiar trace to the diversity of the Himalayan arc and persisting to be an area of attraction for people all around the world. Ladakh formally opened for tourism in 1974 with only 527 tourists visiting the region, thenceforth it has witnessed a manifold increase in the number of tourists visiting each year and is emerging as one of the most popular destinations for not only domestic tourists but also foreign tourists.
Tourism has become a core sector of Ladakh’s economic growth and development having influential bearings on socio-economic aspects of the region in a diverse manner as a large number of people here are engaged in tourism related activities like transport, hospitality, cottage industry and many more. The Tourism Industry accounts for more than 60% of the total revenue generated in Ladakh. More than half of the population of Ladakh is economically dependent, directly or indirectly, on this industry. There are about 417 Hotels, 791 Guest Houses, 1155 Homestays and 105 Camps in Leh district.
Tourism has emerged as one the primal sectors that are playing an eminent role in generating revenue jobs and overall growth of the region, it renders wider possibilities for establishing finer infrastructure, adequate employment opportunities, direct income from tourists and the creation of varied tourism-allied services. With UT status, Ladakh as an independent political entity is uncovering numerous ways to set up a foundation of sustainable development. Tourism, as a major contributor to socioeconomic development, has strong bearings in charting the course towards the overall sustainable development of Ladakh.
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