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Thursday, July 28, 2011

Incredible India! Zanskar - A Little Explored Destination of J & K

Fast Facts About Zanskar


Located in the State of : Jammu and Kashmir

District: Kargil

Famous As: Scenic, Trekking

Languages Spoken: Ladakhi, Hindi

Best Time to Visit: June to September

Average Temperature at Zanskar: Summer 5 to 40°C, Winter -14 to 24°C

Altitude of Zanskar: 4950m

STD code of Zanskar: 01985

Often referred to as a lost land (little explored land), Zanskar is nestled in between the majestic Himalayan ranges, bestowed with perfidious countryside and a rigid life style. A devour of pretty landscape and cultural diversity, Zanskar is blessed by nature with pungent, therapeutic foliage and aromatic plants. Zanskar is divided in to three sub-regions of Sham, Stod and Lungnak. With its magnificient glaciers, deep woods, enchanting valleys and tedious trekking paths, Zanskar valley presents a enjoyable outlook of nature.

Buddhist Monastries in Zanskar
The picturesque land of Zanskar is a haven of thriving Buddhist monasteries, which displays elegant architecture and traditional richness. Spread over a vast expansion of 5000 square kilometers, this region is not accessible for most part of the year owing to the intense snowstorms. The peak stockades of this lost valley hold a number of very old but lively monasteries. Some of these establishments have revolved around secluded caverns that are used by celebrated Buddhist saints for protracted ruminations in search of enlightenment and knowledge.

Trekking in Zanskar
Highly acclaimed for its adventurous trekking paths, Zanskar offers wonderful opportunities in challenging activities, which could not be equated with anything else. The most spectacular trekking events in the entire world, The Chadar trek in Zanskar is to be experienced at least once in a lifetime. The mesmerizing journey through the frozen Zanskar River is in fact a voyage to the heart of this isolated place. This impressive ramble pursues the conventional trading course through the Zanskar Ravine. This gorge, which is impenetrable throughout the summer, is sustenance to the outer world in the pits of winter.
Jeep Safari In Zanskar
The dash of escapades can be added by Jeep Safaris through the rough roads of this craggy yet eye-catching valley. Jeep safari through the remotest interiors of this great land would provide one with the exhilarating opportunity to intermingle with the locales. The natural beauty of an unspoiled landscape with breath taking scenery of marvelous glaciers makes a spectacular panorama.

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