{"id":6725,"date":"2021-07-10T13:35:26","date_gmt":"2021-07-10T13:35:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/?p=6725"},"modified":"2021-07-10T15:06:01","modified_gmt":"2021-07-10T15:06:01","slug":"places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Places to Visit in Zanskar Valley &#038; Things to Do"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-2.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-32318 size-full\" title=\"places to visit in zanskar valley\" src=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-2.jpg\" alt=\"places to visit in zanskar valley\" width=\"1000\" height=\"390\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-2-300x117.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-2-768x300.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-2-585x228.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">There is a long list of tourist places to visit in Zanskar Valley. In fact, the entire valley is a tourist attraction in itself. You can easily spend a few days here exploring the region and will still not be done with all. It is a place where you get to see nature in all its colors and trust me, every color is a sight to behold.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">I once somewhere read that sometimes the least known or lesser-visited places turn to be the most beautiful ones. When it comes to Zanskar valley, this quote stands quite accurate. It is one of the remotest areas of our country but at the same time, is one of the most beautiful ones.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Visit Zanskar and its memories will last with you for a lifetime. It is a place standing still in time, offering peace and tranquility that is hard to experience elsewhere.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Please note that in this article, I will talk in detail about sightseeing in Zanskar Valley. For other details like the best time to visit, how to reach, and accommodation, please take a look at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/zanskar-valley\/\">How to Plan a Trip to Zanskar Valley<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Quick Navigation<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ddf6a187d6b\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999999;color:#999999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999999;color:#999999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ddf6a187d6b\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Places_to_Visit_in_Zanskar_Valley\" >Places to Visit in Zanskar Valley<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Suru_Valley\" >Suru Valley<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Shafat_Glacier\" >Shafat Glacier<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Parkachik_Glacier\" >Parkachik Glacier<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Drang_Drung_Glacier\" >Drang Drung Glacier<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Parkachik_La\" >Parkachik La\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Pensi_La\" >Pensi La<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Umasi_La\" >Umasi La<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Shingo_La\" >Shingo La<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Umba_La\" >Umba La<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Nun-Kun_Massif\" >Nun-Kun Massif<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Ta_Tso_and_the_Lang_Tso_lakes\" >Ta Tso and the Lang Tso lakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Fort_of_Rangdum_Rangdum_Gompa\" >Fort of Rangdum \/ Rangdum Gompa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Zangla_Fort_or_Palace\" >Zangla Fort or Palace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Doda_River\" >Doda River<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Zanskar_River\" >Zanskar River<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Suru_River\" >Suru River<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Sani_Monastery\" >Sani Monastery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Bardan_Monastery\" >Bardan Monastery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Dzongkhul_Monastery\" >Dzongkhul Monastery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Karsha_Monastery\" >Karsha Monastery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Pibiting_Monastery\" >Pibiting Monastery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Stongdey_Monastery\" >Stongdey Monastery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Phuktal_Monastery\" >Phuktal Monastery<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Things_to_do_in_Zanskar_Valley\" >Things to do in Zanskar Valley<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#Chadar_Trek\" >Chadar Trek<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#River_Rafting\" >River Rafting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-things-to-do\/#See_a_Snowfall\" >See a Snowfall<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Places_to_Visit_in_Zanskar_Valley\"><\/span><strong>Places to Visit in Zanskar Valley<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">There are several tourist places in Zanskar that are worth a visit. But the biggest attraction, of course, remains to be its natural beauty. From the lush green of the Suru river to the absolute white of the Drang Drung glacier to the barren brown of a cold desert, you get to see it all here.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">For anyone planning a trip to Ladakh, including Zanskar on your itinerary is a must, if time allows. What do you see in Zanskar valley? Well, below is a list of the tourist places to visit in Zanskar valley and its vicinity.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Suru_Valley\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Suru Valley<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Contrary to common belief, your entire journey from <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/kargil-to-padum-travel-guide\/\">Kargil to Padum<\/a><\/strong> is not through Zanskar valley. Half of the journey, from Kargil to Rangdum, is actually Suru valley and it is after Rangum that Zanskar valley starts.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">You will be surprised by the lush green you will witness in Suru which is in complete contrast with the neighboring Zanskar, a barren cold desert. The valley is spectacularly beautiful but surprisingly doesn\u2019t receive much attention as most of the people just pass through rushing towards Padum.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Suru Valley is the starting point for rafting trips (in Suru River), and it also provides a base for mountaineering expeditions to the Nun Kun mountain massif. For more details, please take a look at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/suru-valley\/\">How to Plan a Trip to Suru Valley<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If it is a glacier that you want to see, then there is no better place to do other than Suru and Zanskar. There are three different glaciers that you get to see between Kargil and Padum. The best part is that you can view them up close right from the road without having to trek at all.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/suru-valley-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-32319 size-full\" title=\"suru valley\" src=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/suru-valley-1.jpg\" alt=\"suru valley\" width=\"1000\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/suru-valley-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/suru-valley-1-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/suru-valley-1-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/suru-valley-1-585x366.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shafat_Glacier\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Shafat Glacier<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It is a 14 km long glacier in Suru valley which gives rise to the peaks of Nun and Kun and also provides a base to climb these two mountains.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Water from this glacier forms a stream known as \u201cShafat Nala\u201d which adds to the flow of the Suru river. It is a broken, ice-falling glacier melting at an alarming rate due to Global warming.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/shafat-glacier-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-32321 size-full\" title=\"Shafat Glacier\" src=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/shafat-glacier-1.jpg\" alt=\"Shafat Glacier\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/shafat-glacier-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/shafat-glacier-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/shafat-glacier-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/shafat-glacier-1-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/shafat-glacier-1-263x175.jpg 263w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Parkachik_Glacier\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Parkachik Glacier<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Located at a little distance from Parkachik, it is a majestic mass of ice moving slowly down the slopes of Nun and Kun peaks. You can walk up to the glacier via a suspension footbridge over the Suru river.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Huge slabs of ice occasionally peel off the 300 ft high front wall of Nun Kun and fall into the Suru River, providing a magnificent view of the huge ice-fall.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/parkachik-glacier-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-32320 size-full\" title=\"Parkachik Glacier\" src=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/parkachik-glacier-1.jpg\" alt=\"Parkachik Glacier\" width=\"1000\" height=\"561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/parkachik-glacier-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/parkachik-glacier-1-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/parkachik-glacier-1-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/parkachik-glacier-1-585x328.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drang_Drung_Glacier\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Drang Drung Glacier<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This glacier is possibly the most popular among all places to visit in Zanskar Valley. At the top of the Pensi La pass, you will be greeted with breathtaking views of the massive <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Drang-Drung_Glacier\">Drang Drung glacier<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It is more or less a river of ice and snow and is considered to be the largest glacier in Ladakh outside the Karakoram range, second only by Siachen Glacier.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It also gives rise to the Doda peak which lies on the rear side of the glacier and is the source of the Doda (also known as Stod) river.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/drang-drung-glacier-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-32322 size-full\" title=\"Drang Drung Glacier\" src=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/drang-drung-glacier-1.jpg\" alt=\"Drang Drung Glacier\" width=\"1000\" height=\"561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/drang-drung-glacier-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/drang-drung-glacier-1-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/drang-drung-glacier-1-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/drang-drung-glacier-1-585x328.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Parkachik_La\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Parkachik La<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The only way to reach this pass is an easy trek from Panikhar. If you are staying overnight at Panikhar, you walk up to the pass and return by evening.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Another way is to start from Panikhar, cross the pass, and descend down to Parkachik on the other side. This pass provides amazing views of Nun \u2013 Kun massif. You also get to see other peaks in the main Himalayan ridge separating Kashmir from Ladakh.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/best-time-to-visit-zanskar-valley\/\">Best Time to Visit Zanskar Valley \u2013 Road Status, Sightseeing<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pensi_La\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Pensi La<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Known as the Gateway to Zanskar, this is a relatively easier pass to cross as compared to other passes in Ladakh. As a matter of fact, you will be on top of the pass before you even realize that you are climbing up.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The descent from Pensi La towards Zanskar valley is actually steeper than the climb up from Rangdum but not too difficult. Pensi La is 4,400 m (14,436 ft) above sea level and connects the Suru Valley region to the Zanskar Valley region. The pass is also spelled as Penzi La.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/penzi-la-pass-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-32323 size-full\" title=\"pensi la pass\" src=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/penzi-la-pass-1.jpg\" alt=\"pensi la pass\" width=\"800\" height=\"449\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/penzi-la-pass-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/penzi-la-pass-1-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/penzi-la-pass-1-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/penzi-la-pass-1-585x328.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Umasi_La\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Umasi La<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Accessible only by a tough trek, this 5342 meters high pass connects Zanskar to Lahaul valley. There is no road across this pass yet and getting atop the pass is a tough, several days long, trekking expedition.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shingo_La\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Shingo La<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This pass is on a long-distance footpath linking Zanskar and Lahaul valleys, from Darcha to Padum. For trekkers, it is a relatively easier pass with no glacier trekking or steep climbs.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A road running across this pass, connecting Darcha in Lahaul and Padum in Zanskar is currently under construction. It is known as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/road-darcha-shinku-la-completed\/\">Darcha to Padum road<\/a><\/strong> that for now is only accessible by either foot or a 4&#215;4 SUV.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Umba_La\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Umba La<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The common route to reach Padum is via Kargil. But there exists another road. It connects the town of Sankoo directly to Dras on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/srinagar-to-leh-highway-guide\/\">Srinagar Leh Highway<\/a><\/strong>. The road will take you across Umba La Pass at an elevation of 4,496 meters (14,750ft).\u00a0 The road is open only for about 5 months in a year, from June to October, and has been recently asphalted.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/umba-la-pass.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-32326 size-full\" title=\"umba la pass road\" src=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/umba-la-pass.jpg\" alt=\"umba la pass road\" width=\"900\" height=\"505\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/umba-la-pass.jpg 900w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/umba-la-pass-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/umba-la-pass-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/umba-la-pass-585x328.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nun-Kun_Massif\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Nun-Kun Massif<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If it is a clear day, you will continue to see the rising twin peaks of Nun and Kun for the most part of your journey towards Rangdum. Nun is the highest peak in the part of the Himalayan range lying on the Indian side of the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Together, these two beautifully mysterious mountains are one of the biggest attractions of Suru valley. Nun is forever covered in snow, a white peak whereas its next-door neighbor, Kun is barren black. These two mountains are right next to each other, a perfectly beautiful combination of black &amp; white that never changes.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/zanskar-valley-road-map\/\">Zanskar Valley Road Map &amp; Travel Guide<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ta_Tso_and_the_Lang_Tso_lakes\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Ta Tso and the Lang Tso lakes<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">These are two small lakes located at the top of Pensi La Pass, at a small distance from each other. If you were crossing the pass in late May or early June, chances are that you will find them both frozen.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Ta Tso<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/ta-tso.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-32328 size-full\" title=\"Places to Visit in Zanskar Valley\" src=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/ta-tso.jpg\" alt=\"Places to Visit in Zanskar Valley\" width=\"1000\" height=\"561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/ta-tso.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/ta-tso-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/ta-tso-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/ta-tso-585x328.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Lang Tso<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lang-tso.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-32327 size-full\" title=\"Places to Visit in Zanskar Valley\" src=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lang-tso.jpg\" alt=\"Places to Visit in Zanskar Valley\" width=\"1000\" height=\"561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lang-tso.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lang-tso-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lang-tso-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/lang-tso-585x328.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fort_of_Rangdum_Rangdum_Gompa\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Fort of Rangdum \/ Rangdum Gompa<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">5 Kilometers from Rangdum, located on a small but steep hill,\u00a0 is the Rangdum Gompa. It was actually used as a fortress by the Dogra armies of General Zorawar Singh.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It is an ancient monastery from the 18th century and a visit is recommended.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rangdum-gompa-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-32329 size-full\" title=\"Rangdum Gompa\" src=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rangdum-gompa-1.jpg\" alt=\"Rangdum Gompa\" width=\"1000\" height=\"539\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rangdum-gompa-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rangdum-gompa-1-300x162.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rangdum-gompa-1-768x414.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rangdum-gompa-1-585x315.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zangla_Fort_or_Palace\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Zangla Fort or Palace<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In ancient times, Zanskar was under two different kings, one ruling Padum and the other ruling Zangla. The ancient Zangla fort or palace was the residence of the king of Zangla and is open for tourists. The descendant of the rulers of Zangla in fact lives in the village and you can meet him as well.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Doda_River\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Doda River<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Also known as the Stod river, it is a 79 km long river that forms the Stod valley within Zanskar. This river is famous for adventure sports and rafting events are organized throughout its length.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/zanskar-valley-taxi-rates\/\">Zanskar Valley Taxi Rates \u2013 Updated Rate List<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zanskar_River\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Zanskar River<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Zanskar river is formed after Lungnak river merges into Doda river near gzhung khor, (Zanskar\u2019s central valley). Zanskar river finally merges in to Indus river near Nimmu.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Suru_River\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Suru River<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">For the most part of your journey through Suru valley, you will be traveling on the banks of the Suru river. This river, originating from the Panzella glacier which lies at Pensi La pass near the Drang Drung Glacier, is a major tributary of the Indus river<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Suru River is also the sole reason behind the lush green of Suru valley. The river has extensive possibilities for rafting which is practiced during the summer.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Zanskar valley is said to have the longest uninterrupted Buddhist heritage of any region in the world. It is believed that it was through Zanskar that Buddhism made its way into Ladakh. Some of the oldest Buddhist monasteries are located here and are definitely worth a visit. Below is a list.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/suru-river.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-32330 size-full\" title=\"Places to Visit in Zanskar Valley\" src=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/suru-river.jpg\" alt=\"Places to Visit in Zanskar Valley\" width=\"1000\" height=\"436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/suru-river.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/suru-river-300x131.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/suru-river-768x335.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/suru-river-585x255.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sani_Monastery\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Sani Monastery<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Considered to be the oldest religious site in the whole region of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/road-trip-to-zanskar-and-ladakh-exploring-offbeat-ladakh\/\">Ladakh and Zanskar<\/a><\/strong>, this monastery is located at a distance of 6 kilometers from Padum in the village of Sani. It is said to be founded by the famous Kushan emperor, Kanishka.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bardan_Monastery\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Bardan Monastery<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Located approximately 12 km from Padum towards Reru, it is a 17th-century monastery. The location of this monastery is quite scenic, on a huge rock right next to the river. The monastery consists of a large Dukhang or assembly hall which has some grand statues of Buddhist figures and several small stupas in clay, bronze, wood, and copper.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dzongkhul_Monastery\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Dzongkhul Monastery<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Located near the village of Ating, this monastery is famous for murals believed to be painted more than 300 years ago. This monastery also offers mesmerizing views of the valley leading to Umasi La Pass.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/road-trip-to-zanskar-valley\/\">Road Trip to Zanskar Valley \u2013 An Adventurous Ride<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Karsha_Monastery\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Karsha Monastery<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Karsha is the largest and the most important monastery in Zanskar. It is directly under the control of the younger brother of the Dalai Lama. There are ancient rock carvings at the site and several wall paintings from 958-1055 AD. You also get an amazing view of the entire valley from the monastery.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/karsha-monastery-1-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-32331 size-full\" title=\"karsha monastery\" src=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/karsha-monastery-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"karsha monastery\" width=\"1000\" height=\"561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/karsha-monastery-1-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/karsha-monastery-1-1-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/karsha-monastery-1-1-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/karsha-monastery-1-1-585x328.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pibiting_Monastery\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Pibiting Monastery<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It is another ancient monastery located near the village of Pibiting, on the road towards Hanumil Village.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stongdey_Monastery\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Stongdey Monastery<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Also known as Stongde, Stongday, Tonday, or Thonde, this monastery is located approximately 18 km from Padum on the road to Zangla. It is believed to be founded in 1052 AD.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phuktal_Monastery\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Phuktal Monastery<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Also known as the cave gompa, this monastery is an almost 4 to 5-hour walk from the village of Anmu. It is a 14th-century monastery famous for 700-year-old mural fragments in the Alchi style.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The view of the surrounding valley from this monastery though is its greatest appeal. This monastery also offers rooms for rent. So you can trek there, stay at the monastery for the night and return to Padum the next day. For more details, please take a look at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/phugtal-monastery-travel-guide\/\">How to Plan a Trek to Phuktal Monastery from Padum<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_do_in_Zanskar_Valley\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Things to do in Zanskar Valley<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Other than visiting all of the places that I mentioned above, below is a list of some other activities that you can enjoy while in Suru and Zanskar Valley.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Wildlife SIghting<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you are lucky, you may be able to catch some wildlife in Zanskar like marmots and foxes.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chadar_Trek\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Chadar Trek<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This is a trek that only happens in the months of January and February. The word \u201cChadar\u201d is used to describe the sheet of ice frozen on the Zanskar river. Trek is from Nimmu to Padum and you walk alongside the frozen Zanskar river.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"River_Rafting\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">River Rafting<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Rafting is organized in the rivers of Suru and Doda during the summer months. You can book an expedition in either Kargil or Padum.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"See_a_Snowfall\"><\/span><strong>See a Snowfall<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you were traveling early in the season, towards early May or late October, you will have a fairly good chance of catching a live snowfall in Zanskar Valley.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-32317 size-full\" title=\"places to visit in zanskar valley\" src=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-1.jpg\" alt=\"places to visit in zanskar valley\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vargiskhan.com\/log\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/places-to-visit-in-zanskar-valley-1-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Places to visit in Zanskar Valley &amp; Things to Do &#8211; Conclusion<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">I hope the information above on places to visit in Zanskar Valley was of help. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask in the comments section below, or at our <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/roadragas.com\/forums\/itinerary.5\/\">Community Forum<\/a><\/strong>, and I will be happy to answer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There is a long list of tourist places to visit in Zanskar Valley. In fact, the entire valley is a tourist attraction in itself. 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