Zanskar

Connoting the cooper star Zanskar is located in the scenic lap of Ladakh in Jammu & Kashmir and the fabulous Suru Valley. Adorned with exotic monasteries and snow-capped hill ranges, Zanskar is an abode of natural beauty.

As an enticing extension of the great Himalaya, Zanskar is synonymous to an incredible aesthetic pleasure. The famous glacier of Drang-Drung is surely an eye-catching one which presents the white magnificence of the peaks. The splendid lakes of Zanskar are another major appeal of the place that can compete with best of the scenic treasures of the world.

Being a prominent destination of Jammu & Kashmir adventure tourism, Zanskar provide a thrilling scope of river rafting to the tourists. The splashing experience on way from Serchu to Nyimu through Padam is an unforgettable experience for anyone who enjoys the excitement of rafting in the rough waters.

Trekking is yet another big attraction of Zanskar which makes it the ultimate preference of many adventurous tourists. Panikhar, Pentse La, Markha valley, Darcha are some of the common routes which are used by the trekkers in Jammu & Kshmir state.

The adventure traits of Zanskar are undoubtedly the key appeal of the place. However, Zanskar is also visited by such tourists who are inclined towards the historical aspect of the site. The Zorawar singh fort is an ancient edifice of Zanskar which still bears the rich grandeur of the famous ruler.

On the religion front Zanskar is boasts of the immense influence of Buddhism. The monastery of Gelugpa is one such evidence of the Buddhists faith which still stands tall on the landscape of Zanskar.

Enriched with the unbelievably natural bliss and trekking opportunities, Zanskar is one of the main choices of the adventure-loving tourists.