Located about 45kms away from Leh, Hemis is amongst the best places to visit in Jammu & Kashmir. Situated on the western bank of River Indus, this small village is famed for its prestigious monastery and a national park. Better known as Hemis National Park, it extends in a 600 sq km of area and provides shelter to many rare species like the snow leopards and bharals.  Travel enthusiasts have the opportunity to visit the spectacular Hemis Monastery, which is the largest monastery in Ladakh.

The best time to visit Hemis is during the month of June or July, when the entire region is imbued in the color of Hemis festival.