Things to do in Lingshet, Ladakh
Lingshet is the headquarters of the Singelalok block in the Leh district of Ladakh, India. It is located in Leh tehsil, about a day's trek from the nearest road.
8 places to visit in and around Lingshet, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Lingshed Gompa
Lingshed Monastery or Lingshed Gompa is a Gelugpa Buddhist monastery in Ladakh, India. It is located near Lingshet village in the Leh district.
Wikipedia - 2Pass
- 3Tunnel to Lingshed
- 4Junction to Lingsed
- 5Omaa Gordg
- 6Nyerak Village Campsite
- 7Nyeraks Village Entrance
- 8Nyerak Waterfall
Best time to visit Lingshet
No month is mild here. The easiest months are Jul–Aug.
- Jan-17°CCold
- Feb-15°CCold
- Mar-10°CCold
- Apr-3°CCold
- May1°CCold
- Jun6°CCold
- Jul10°CCold, Best months
- Aug9°CCold, Best months
- Sep5°CCold
- Oct-2°CCold
- Nov-8°CCold
- Dec-14°CCold
ColdBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Cold | -17°C | 31 mm |
| Feb | Cold | -15°C | 34 mm |
| Mar | Cold | -10°C | 37 mm |
| Apr | Cold | -3°C | 33 mm |
| May | Cold | 1°C | 22 mm |
| Jun | Cold | 6°C | 24 mm |
| Jul | Cold | 10°C | 34 mm |
| Aug | Cold | 9°C | 37 mm |
| Sep | Cold | 5°C | 24 mm |
| Oct | Cold | -2°C | 12 mm |
| Nov | Cold | -8°C | 21 mm |
| Dec | Cold | -14°C | 19 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Lingshet
- No railway station within 40 km.
- Nearest main railway station: Jammu Tawi (JAT), 223 km away.
- Nearest airport: Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL), 71 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Lingshet costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Lingshet is not included.
Compare Lingshet with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lingshet | – | easiest Jul–Aug | 8 | ₹6,900–₹13,700 |
| Alchi | 48 km | easiest Jul–Aug | 9 | ₹6,900–₹13,700 |
| Hemis National Park | 57 km | Jul | 5 | ₹6,900–₹13,700 |
| Leh | 76 km | Jun–Sep | 27 | ₹8,000–₹15,600 |
| Shey | 77 km | Jun–Sep | 16 | ₹6,900–₹13,700 |
Distances in a straight line from Lingshet; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Lingshet?
The best known are Lingshed Gompa, Pass, Tunnel to Lingshed, Junction to Lingsed, Omaa Gordg.
When is the best time to visit Lingshet?
No month is mild here. The easiest months are Jul–Aug.
How do I reach Lingshet?
No railway station within 40 km. Nearest main railway station: Jammu Tawi (JAT), 223 km away. Nearest airport: Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL), 71 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Lingshet cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Lingshet is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.