Nubra Valley lies in the union territory of Ladakh and is a subdivision and a tehsil. The Tibetan name Ldumra for Nubra means “the valley of flowers”. This stunning valley is full of jagged mountains, barren slopes, snow-covered peaks, and the fiery mountain rivers where visitors can enjoy this mountainous region.
Nubra Valley has the artistic quality to embark on the tourist in such a manner that the memories stay in the heart forever. The Buddhist monks hundreds of years ago have set up numerous spectacular monasteries in the area which are magnificent and divine explaining the Buddha lifestyle to attain peace and salvation.
The Hunder is a peaceful place and a must-visit tourist destination as the stereotypical cold desert surrounded by hillocks and undulating sand dunes is found nowhere else in India. One may have seen one hump camels in the hot desert but here there is a unique experience of double hump camels ride in the sand dunes giving you a mesmerizing view of this cold desert.
While travelling to Nubra Valley you can also visit Diskit Monastery as it is the largest and lovely Buddhist Monastery complex. The early morning visit here leaves the tourist with a pleasing experience of equanimity.
Also, a visit to Turtuk village around Nubra Valley is one place not to be missed as it’s a part of Balti Muslim where the people speak in Balti language. Learning about their culture takes one to a completely different era. Similarly, Pamanik and Zamskhang Palace Ruins are some of the many appealing destinations here.
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By Air: Nubra valley is a tourist Place of Leh and Ladakh. The nearest airport to reach Nubra Valley is Leh Airport as it is well connected by major cities of India.
By Train: There are no railway connections built yet to reach entire Leh & Ladakh. The railway tracks end In Kashmir and its take around two days to reach Leh as its one of the toughest region surrounded with the country boarders to China and Pakistan also located at the highest altitude.
By Road: To visit Nubra Valley road is the only mode of travel from Leh. It takes around 5-6 hours to reach there via Khardung la Pass which is considered to be the world’s highest motorable road at the altitude of 17,582 ft.
Nubra Valley is a best visited from End of April till Mid October. In Mid-June to September this region is expected to be closed any time as it experiences a road blockage due to rainfall. During winter the entire Leh Ladakh is closed for travelling due heavy layer of snow making it best time for the trekkers and mountaineers.
