अदीस अबाबा से लेह उड़ानें

If Ladakh is heaven on Earth, then Leh is the stairway to it. Nested on the Indus River Valley, it is a tiny beautiful town in the Indian state of Jammu & Kashmir, which can be best described as an abode to many Buddhist monasteries. It is a pure representation of magnificent beauty with majestic mountains, crystal-clear water, white sand dunes and surreal landscapes. There are a number of fascinating places in and around this small town that adds on to the experience of a lifetime. What's more interesting is that you can experience short haul trips from Leh, which is certainly a bonus for the travelers.
 
Best Time to Visit
April ideally marks the beginning of tourist season in Leh and the place becomes lively. The season goes on till the mid of October, which is one of the best times of all for witnessing the amazing and picturesque locations of Leh. 
 
Places to Visit
While in Leh, Shanti Stupa, Thikse Monastery, Hall of Fame, Leh Palace, Deskit Monastery, Spituk Monastery, Magnetic Hill and Gurudwara Pathar Sahib are a few must-visit attractions. For compulsive shoppers and explorers, the Mall Road and the Tibetan market of Leh have various shops selling souvenirs, antiques, curios and many other items including Pashmina, for which Leh is renowned. With all this and more, you are assured to get lured to this place and the variety of things it has to offer. Hotels in Leh are famous for their hospitality. 
 
Food and Restaurants
While Leh has everything to make your vacation the perfect getaway you wished for, the food here is no exception. While strolling down the streets of Mall road, there are a number of restaurants and cafes, where you can find a variety of food to treat your taste-buds. If you’re looking for a scrumptious bite of local Ladakhi food, then Khambir and Skyu should be in the top of your list. Well, Ladakhi is not the only preferred cuisine here, apart from it, some amazingly-prepared Kashmiri Wazwan, Tibetan, Israeli, North Indian and Chinese cuisines are also the options available. Bon Appetit, The Tibetan Kitchen, Gesmo Restaurant, Norlakh Restaurant are some of the recommendations. Also, Leh stands out for a couple of German Bakeries, which is a bonus for people with a sweet-tooth.
 
Transportation
The most convenient means to travel to Leh is via flight. There are regular domestic flights from Delhi to Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL), Leh. Flights to Leh also have connections from Jammu, Chandigarh and Srinagar. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online.  A road trip to Leh is a venturesome approach for those who love thrills. Via road, Leh connects to the rest of India by two high-altitude roads, i.e The Srinagar-Leh Highway via Kargil and the Manali-Leh Highway. Chandigarh and Pathankot are the possible railway stations you can get down at, if you are planning to travel via Manali-Leh route. However, Jammu or Udhampur will be the last railway stops, if you wish to drive via Srinagar-Kargil to Leh.

Commonly known as Addis, Addis Ababa is a rapidly developing capital city of Ethiopia. Though it is merely a stopover for many, it carries many cultural and historical significances. Addis has several embassies and the headquarters of UNECA that focus on international diplomacy. Do not misguide by its term developing as it has monumental landmarks, museums, beautiful mosques and churches. Addis Ababa is not just a place to transit but to stop and explore. 
Best Time to Visit
Addis Ababa has a subtropical climate and gets very hot in summers. The winter months from November to January is the best time to visit the city. Get discounted Hotels in Addis Ababa from Goibibo.
Places to Visit
The National Museum of Ethiopia houses historic crafts and fossils, Holy Trinity Cathedral is a classic architectural art piece and burial place of the 20th-century emperor, Meskel Square and the neighbourhood of the Piazza district are known for their lively jazz clubs. Some other must-visit places include Ethnological Museum, Red Terror Museum, Washa Mikael Church, Lion of Judah & Churchill Avenue and Merkato Market. 
Food and Restaurants
The culinary style of Ethiopian food is very unique and Addis Ababa is the best place to explore it. Injera- a sourdough flatbread without which the Ethiopian meals are almost incomplete, Tibs (sauteed beef chunks), Kitfo, Shiro be Kibbe, Doro Wat and Fir Fir are some of the dishes that you must try here. These dishes are made from local fresh produce that keep the local flavour intact and delights the taste buds. Ethiopians have their own coffee culture and you may find many coffee houses serving freshly brewed espresso, be it after breakfast or after dinner. Some of the known restaurants in the city you would like to try are Oda Cultural Restaurant and Cafe, Tikus Shiro, Yod Abyssinia, 2000 Habesha Cultural Restaurant, Chane’s Restaurant and more. 
Transportation
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is an international airport that connects it to the cities to Europe, America, Asia and parts of Africa. Ethiopian Airlines connect India’s international airports like Delhi and Mumbai to Addis Ababa with non-stop international flights, while Saudia Airlines, Vistara and Air India ply as connecting flights. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for the cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. Taxis are easily available to get into the city from the airport. Several well-maintained highways and low roads t connect Addis to other cities. Train and bus services are also available here to travel long distances. The three major bus terminals in the city cover several parts of the city: Autobus Terra, Meskel Square and ASCO. Rental cars are also available if you wish to explore the city on your own. Locals mostly use blue-white mini buses and light rail that are fast and cover major places. For independent/ sole travel, you can hire taxis; the prices are negotiable.