We all know that a trip to Jammu and Kashmir is incomplete without exploring the beauty of Ladakh. The tourism of Jammu and Kashmir has inclined over the years as much as people started exploring the Ladakh valley, the Zanskar valley and Leh but still there are some enchanting places in Jammu and Kashmir which people still need to discover. People are much familiar with the 1990 Kargil war but very few know about the divine beauty of Kargil.
Kargil is the second town of Ladakh and is located on the bank of Suru River. One of the awe-inspiring landscapes in Ladakh is the Suru Valley, which forms the base of the Kargil district.
Suru Valley is situated in the northeastern foothills of the holy Himalayas and is an untouched land of tranquil and natural beauty. During summer, the entire Suru valley appears like a bride adorned with garlands of flowers. This is why it is also considered as the greenest valley of the Greater Himalayas.
In short, Suru valley is among the best destinations in the Himalayas for a wanderlust trip. For transportation, there are regular buses which depart from Kargil every morning towards some breathtaking places of Suru valley. Sankoo, Karste khar, Panikhar, & the peaks of Nun and Kun are the major destinations in Suru valley.
Sankoo village is 40 km away from Kargil. This village encompasses of the rocky mountains, lush plantations, wild flowers and crops. Sankoo has become a very famous picnic spot for the locals and tourists both. The houses are unique in its architectural designs as most of the houses are made up of stones yet look like no less than any 5-star hotels. The villagers are very warm and friendly in nature. The locals often offer accommodation to tourists at their own house with some delicious home-made food.
Kartse Khar: Near Sankoo village is located an ancient village named kartse khar, which is famous for a 7-meter tall rock carved statue of the Maitreya Buddha. This statue dates back to the 7th century and is the tallest statue of the Buddha after the Bamiyan in Afghanistan. There are also many other magnificent stupas and rock carved arts in Suru to explore.
Panikhar: If you are in quest of something adventurous then, Panikhar is the apt place in the Suru valley. It offers opportunities for the mountaineering excursions to the various snow-capped peaks. Most importantly, Panikhar has the Nun and Kun peaks in which the entire Suru valley takes pride in. The Nun and Kun peaks are the mainstays of tourism in Suru valley. Nun (7,135 m) and its neighbor peak Kun (7,077 m) are the highest peaks of Suru valley. Nun-Kun comprises of several peaks and is an ultimate destination for Alpine wanderers.
Suru valley is perhaps the most isolated and unexplored destination in Ladakh. Encompassed by the beautiful landscapes, Rocky Mountains, magnificent views, it drives people in a whole different world full of tranquility and serenity.
Kargil is the second town of Ladakh and is located on the bank of Suru River. One of the awe-inspiring landscapes in Ladakh is the Suru Valley, which forms the base of the Kargil district.
Suru Valley is situated in the northeastern foothills of the holy Himalayas and is an untouched land of tranquil and natural beauty. During summer, the entire Suru valley appears like a bride adorned with garlands of flowers. This is why it is also considered as the greenest valley of the Greater Himalayas.
In short, Suru valley is among the best destinations in the Himalayas for a wanderlust trip. For transportation, there are regular buses which depart from Kargil every morning towards some breathtaking places of Suru valley. Sankoo, Karste khar, Panikhar, & the peaks of Nun and Kun are the major destinations in Suru valley.
Sankoo village is 40 km away from Kargil. This village encompasses of the rocky mountains, lush plantations, wild flowers and crops. Sankoo has become a very famous picnic spot for the locals and tourists both. The houses are unique in its architectural designs as most of the houses are made up of stones yet look like no less than any 5-star hotels. The villagers are very warm and friendly in nature. The locals often offer accommodation to tourists at their own house with some delicious home-made food.
Kartse Khar: Near Sankoo village is located an ancient village named kartse khar, which is famous for a 7-meter tall rock carved statue of the Maitreya Buddha. This statue dates back to the 7th century and is the tallest statue of the Buddha after the Bamiyan in Afghanistan. There are also many other magnificent stupas and rock carved arts in Suru to explore.
Suru valley is perhaps the most isolated and unexplored destination in Ladakh. Encompassed by the beautiful landscapes, Rocky Mountains, magnificent views, it drives people in a whole different world full of tranquility and serenity.
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