Nubra valley
Nubra valley is a part of the old Silk Road to Central Asia. The valley connected eastern Tibet with Turkistan through the Karakoram pass. Nubra valley is known for its centuries-old monasteries, hot sulphur springs, high-altitude sand dunes, double-humped Bactrian camels and a unique amalgamation of mountains, rivers and deserts. The Karakoram mountain range and the valley combine to create a fantastic desert landscape and fertile fields. Nubra is known as Ldumra, meaning “valley of flowers” in Ladakhi language. Tourists need an Inner Line Permit (ILP) to enter Nubra valley. Since Nubra valley is militarily strategic due to its proximity to the border with Pakistan and the Siachen glacier, the Indian Army put maximum effort to keep the Khardung La pass open throughout the year despite of heavy snow fall.
About 10 km from Diskit, the high-altitude sand dunes at Hunder against the backdrop of barren mountains are an unforgettable experience and a sight to behold. The great expanse of the dunes and the landscape is what attracts the tourists. The sand dunes surrounded by snowcapped rocky mountains are a perfect blend of serenity and wilderness. You can choose to walk along the desert to soak in the moment, but ensure you keep yourself hydrated and don’t tire yourself out at this altitude.
The biggest attraction of Hunder other than the sand dunes is the double hummed camel.These double-humped camels are a reminder of the past when Hunder was a stopping-point along the Silk Road. Traders from Central Asian countries such as Mongolia would use these camels to travel to Ladakh carrying loads. Many of these camels were left abandoned in Nubra when the Silk Road was closed down for trade.
April to October is the best time to visit Nubra valley. Owing to the clear skies and pleasant climate. April to June is the summer season in Nubra characterised by a bright sun, while September to June experiences a little chilly weather making it ideal for sightseeing.
owing to the clear skies and pleasant climate. April to June is the summer season in Nubra characterised by a bright sun, while September to June experiences a little chilly weather making it ideal for sightseeing.
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sand dunes at Hunder Nubra valleyRajendra Khadpe
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