Zuti

Located between latitude 34.6639 and longitude 76.4278, Zuti is one of the beautiful cities of Jammu and Kashmir. Surrounded by exotic mountain ranges, Zuti holds a total population of one thousand nine hundred and eleven. Placed at a height of ten thousand seven fifty five feet, Zuti represents the rich cultural heritage and traditional legacy of the state of Jammu and Kashmir.

An important city of the district of Kargil, Zuti is unaffected by the rapid industrialization of the modern era. Most of the indigenous local inhabitants of the beautiful place of Zuti are engaged in the traditional occupation of farming and sheep rearing. The traditional handicraft industries also contribute to the economy of Zuti. Zuti has numerous small scale cottage and handloom industries which produce exclusive items.

The colorful and attractive colorful handicraft and handloom products of the small scale cottage industry of Zuti have a large international market. Known for their fine quality and unique color combinations, the handicraft and handloom products display the rich artistic skills and creative imagination of the local craftsmen.

Most of the craftsmen have inherited the art of weaving woolen carpets, pashmina shawls and winter garments from the previous generations. An important industry of Jammu and Kashmir, handicraft and handloom industries form the backbone of the economy of the state.

Zuti is easily accessible from any part of India by air and well maintained roads. The airports of Kargil, Kdu Skardu and Thoise lie close to Zuti. Situated in a strategically important area of the Kargil district, Zuti is surrounded by other important cities of Shudi, Urdas, Khar Barora, Dundur and Yaldoda.