Zanskar valley is located about 105 km from Ladakh in Kargil district. It is one of the beautiful places in India. There is a feeling of paradise in Zanskar valley. Adorned with snow-capped mountains and clean rivers, the beauty of Zanskar valley is worth seeing. This valley is known by local names like 'Zahra or Jangaskar'. Zanskar Valley 'The Tethys', situated at an altitude of about 13,154 above sea level, is a part of the Himalayas. This valley is spread over 5000 square kilometers.

History of Zanskar Valley: According to historians, 'Great Lama Songtsen Gumpo' established Buddhism in Ladakh in the 7th century, which also had an impact on Zanskar Valley. At that time this place had become a place of devotion to Buddhism and part of Kashmir adjacent to Zanskar became the site of followers of Islam.

Chadar Truck: Chadar Truck is said to be the most adorable and difficult track of Leh-Ladakh. This truck is also the most prominent attraction of Zanskar Valley. For your information, let us tell you that during the winter days, Zanskar River has started to appear like a white sheet of snow, due to which it is also called Chadar Truck.

The areas around Zanskar Valley:
There are many more beautiful places around this valley. like-
Hemis Mathpangong Lakeshang Gompa
Gotsang Gompa
Khardung La Pass
Leh Palace
Gurudwara pathar sahib
Tso Moriri Lake
Sheet track
Phugtal Math
Shanti stupa

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