Khardung La
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Khardung La

A legendary high-altitude pass where prayer flags, snowbound ridges and sweeping Himalayan views mark the gateway from Leh towards Nubra Valley.

Leh, Ladakh, India
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LocationLeh, Ladakh, India
Altitude5,602 m
ExperienceMountain Pass
Best seasonMay to October, depending on snowfall, road clearance and current weather conditions at t…

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The feeling of Khardung La

Khardung La rises above Leh in a stark world of snow, wind and immense mountain silence.

The pass forms a dramatic gateway towards the Shyok and Nubra valleys, with prayer flags fluttering above the road and rugged Ladakhi ranges stretching across the horizon.

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