Leh, sits at an elevation of almost 11,400 feet. Don’t rush it; the thin air will take some getting used to. Allow yourself two days to acclimate to the altitude. Take your time and get accustomed to your surroundings to be at your best for the days ahead.
Cities have a lot of high-rise buildings. Monasteries can be found in Ladakh. Some of the stupas and gompas adorning the area are centuries old and reflect Buddhist culture and history stories of Buddhist culture and history.
While you’re in the “country of high passes,” it’s only natural to make your way to them. The Kullu Valley is connected to the Lahaul and Spiti Valleys by Rohtang La, a 50-kilometre stretch of the Himalayan Pir Panjal Range.