Drang Drung Glacier , Zanskar
About Drang Drung Glacier
In the heights of Zansker lies the largest Drang Drung Glacier accessible to tourist in the Kargil district of Jammu and Kashmir. It is known for being the most picturesque place along the snowcapped mountain peaks of the Himalayas .This river of ice and snow is sure to redefine your idea of beauty. This gorgeous glacier is 331 km from the state capital Srinagar.
The months from May to September let you witness this one of a kind place and experience something that is beyond your imagination. Instead of reaching this place by road one can also add up a day’s trekking experience after crossing Pensi La pass to reach this splendid place. Make sure you travel with all essentials including boots, winter clothing, medicines and some instant food to be on the safer side while being on such an exciting adventurous trip. Being here one has to go vegetarian not out choice but because that is all that is available in this place and for home stays and other facilities one has to go to Padum the administrative capital. Enjoy the least explored land in our country and enjoy the most out of it. Be among the early birds to fly to this place.
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Places to Visit near Drang Drung Glacier
Pensi La, Jammu and Kashmir
*8.4 km from Drang Drung Glacier - See map
Penzella Pass or Pensi La is located at an altitude of 4200m and is famous for being the gateway to Suru valley from Zanskar valley. This region...
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Rangdum, Jammu and Kashmir
*19.9 km from Drang Drung Glacier - See map
About 100 Kms from Kargil located mid-way on way to Padum in Zanskar, Rangdum is a popular halt for tourists. Rangdum is located in quite isolated...
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Kishtwar National Park, Jammu and Kashmir
*20.7 km from Drang Drung Glacier - See map
Located about 250 KMs from Jammu, spread over an area of 400 sq. kms and perched at an altitude ranging from 1700 m to 4800 mts, Kishtwar National...
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Dzongkhul Monastery, Jammu and Kashmir
*25.2 km from Drang Drung Glacier - See map
Dzongkhul monastery or Zonkul Gompa is a small dark monastery located in the Stod valley of Zanskar, near the village of Tangker (half an hour...
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Suru Valley, Jammu and Kashmir
*26.6 km from Drang Drung Glacier - See map
In stark contrast to the Himalayan glaciers, Suru Valley is a lush green valley in Ladakh. The apple, apricot and mulberry trees take you to a...
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Panikhar, Jammu and Kashmir
*31.9 km from Drang Drung Glacier - See map
Panikhar, located at the far end of suru valley is famous for the ruined fort constructed by Zorawar Singh. Panikhar offers great views of the Nun...
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Karsha Gompa, Jammu and Kashmir
*37.7 km from Drang Drung Glacier - See map
Karsha Gompa or Kursha Gompa or Kursha Chamspaling is one of the biggest monasteries in Zanskar. It has a collection of ancient rock carvings,...
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Tagrimo Monastery, Jammu and Kashmir
*38.5 km from Drang Drung Glacier - See map
Tagrimo Monastery lies in the plains of the Padum and is otherwise known as Kagyupa Monastery. Dating back to 17th century, some 30 monks reside...
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Pibiting Monastery, Jammu and Kashmir
*38.9 km from Drang Drung Glacier - See map
Pibiting gompa is a very beautiful monastery located in Zanskar region of Jammu and Kashmir. It is situated very close to Padum the very capital...
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Padum, Jammu and Kashmir
*39 km from Drang Drung Glacier - See map
Padum is a scarcely populated administrative headquarters of Zanskar region of Jammu and Kashmir and is famous for its untouched and unexplored...
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Zangla, Jammu and Kashmir
*40.1 km from Drang Drung Glacier - See map
Zangla is located 35 Km from Zanskar and is the nodal point for the famous trek covering Padum-Stongdey-Zangla-Karsha-Padum. Also do visit the...
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Sankoo, Jammu and Kashmir
*41.7 km from Drang Drung Glacier - See map
A small town located about 40 Kms from Kargil, Sankoo is one of the greenest expanse in whole of Ladakh giving it the name of 'Ladakhs Gulmarg'....
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