A dramatic mountain town on the road to Ladakh, surrounded by rugged peaks, sweeping valleys and a landscape shaped by severe winters.
About the place
Drass rests in a broad mountain valley shaped by cold winds, green meadows and towering ridgelines.
Known for its wartime history and stark Himalayan setting, the town also serves as a gateway to nearby villages, trekking routes and the landscapes of western Ladakh.
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A historic monastery and ruined citadel rising from ochre cliffs, where ancient temples overlook the quiet landscapes of the lower Indus Va…
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A remote cave monastery built into a honeycomb cliff, where prayer halls and whitewashed homes overlook the wild Lungnak Valley.
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