Capital of the ancient kingdom of Zanskar, Padum is the present day administrative headquarters of the Zanskar region. It is regarded as the most populous place in Zanskar when compared to other settlements in the region. The popularity of Padum has increased as a major trekking base and a tourist destination.
TemperatureSummer 5 °C (Min) 15°C (Max), Winter -20°C (Min) 0 °C (Max)
Getting ThereAirport:
no rail link
By Rail:
no rail link
By Road:
mid july to november Padum can be reached from 240 km long Kargil-Padum road.
Best Season to visitJuly to august
Tourist AttractionKarsha Monastery, Starrimo Monastery,Set of ancient rock carving near the river bank
Sani gompa, Places around Padum, Sani, Karsha, Stongdey, Bardan, Zangla, Phugthal,
Zongkhal,
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