Overview
About Kargil
Kargil, the second-largest town in Ladakh, sits on the old Silk Route along the Suru river and is the gateway to the Zanskar valley.
Its dramatic ridgelines, war memorial and apricot orchards make it more than just a stopover.
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Top Attractions
Kargil War Memorial
A moving tribute at Dras nearby.
Suru Valley
Green river valley below snow peaks.
Zanskar Gateway
Onward route to remote Zanskar.
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Getting There
Kargil is roughly midway on the Srinagar–Leh highway, around 200 km from each.
Local Tips
Break the long Srinagar–Leh drive with a night in Kargil to aid acclimatization.
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