Visit the 17th century nine-story Leh Palace, built by King Sengge Namgyal. The palace offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Marvel at the Buddhist artifacts, paintings, and thangkas displayed in the palace museum.
Visit Shanti Stupa, a white-domed Buddhist stupa on a hilltop overlooking Leh. The stupa was built by a Japanese Buddhist monk in 1991 to promote world peace and is a popular spot to watch the sunrise or sunset.
Visit Hemis Monastery, the largest and wealthiest Buddhist monastery in Ladakh. The monastery is famous for its annual Hemis Festival, where a colorful masked dance is performed to celebrate the birth anniversary of Guru Padmasambhava.
Visit Tso Moriri, a high-altitude lake at an elevation of 4,522 meters. The lake is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including the endangered black-necked crane.
Visit Magnetic Hill, a gravity hill located near Leh. The hill is known for its optical illusion, where a car placed in neutral gear appears to roll uphill against gravity. Enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding landscape from the hilltop.