Kargil Tourism

Kargil Tourism Kargil is located in Ladakh and is a usual stopover for people leading towards Leh or Padum. The town is 11 Km away from the actual line of control and is small enough to be explored by wayfaring. Situated drastically close to the Line of Control, this town, apart from being a tourist hotspot, is also a volatile region, owing to the terrorism prevalent from the other side of the LOC. This was the same region, where India had fought its last war with their neighbour Pakistan in 1999, incidentally the first war in India to have received wide coverage, both in newspapers and on television. Kargil doesn't end here. Apart from the glorious War Memorial in the Drass town, situated at the foothill of the Tololing Hills, the district has several Buddhist monasteries, where you can seek blessings in peace, be it the Lamayuru Monastery, or the scenic monasteries at Phuktal, Sani & the Cave Monastery. To sum up, Kargil is a destination that suits the bold travellers, who want a slice of adrenaline rushing up every moment in their veins.The beautiful area is embellished with sturdy rocks with the crystal clear Suru river stream flows. There are rich apple, mulberry and apricots orchard in summers. There are revered monasteries and mosques as well, exhibiting the culture of Kargil Download Kargil PDF Guide > What's Great? A beautiful mix of serenity and patriotism. Home to some of the most beautiful abodes of Buddhism. What's not so Great? Extremely cold in winters. A volatile region owing to proximity with LOC. For Whom Ideal for tourists of every kind. People visiting Ladakh or Srinagar can make a stopover here.

Etymology La dvags rgyal rabs used to denote the present-day territory of Kargil as 'dKal skyil' which is a Tibetan connotation of its original name. Earlier, it was known as Purig, as wars went and multiple dynasties ruled the territory, it?s identity changed in many ways. There are multiple contradictions related to the origin of the word which is why it is still under debate. Kargil is said to be derived from 'Kar' which means castle and 'rKil' which means the centre as in a place that lies among various kingdoms. Another competing theory says it has been derived from 'gar' which means anywhere and 'Khil' a central location where people can reside. History Kargil was initially a part of the Baltistan district of Ladakh where it used to provide shelter to Tibetan Buddhists. With the rise of Shia movement in the 14th century, the first Kashmir war resulted in the division of the district and 1947 it became a part of Kashmir. At the end of Indo-Pak war in the 1970s, both the nations signed a treaty called the Shimla agreement which reinforced the cease-fire line as Line of Control (LoC) and pledged to respect the boundary. Pakistan forces in 1999 infiltrated the 160 kilometres long stretch of the ridge which overlooked the road from Srinagar to Leh. After a brief period of diplomacy and war, Pakistan forces withdrew, but the trail of conspiracies didn?t. Another major outlook that made Kargil of great historical significance was its silk route. It was a major gateway for traders and played a crucial role in its early economy. Kargil War Kargil was occupied by the Pakistani troops in the summers of 1999 and the Indian Military forces left no stone unturned in order to recapture this paradise. The Kargil war continued from 8th may to 5th July 1999, during the course of which several Indian army men sacrificed their lives to protect the country. The bravery of such sort is incomparable. In spite of the enmity that grew then, the valley survived unscathed.

One Day Itinerary Kargil is a millitary area, also used as a stopover for people going to Ladakh from Srinagar or while returning. While your stay in Kargil, you should visit the Kargil War Memorial to witness the heroics of Indian army in the 1999 war against Pakistan. Mulbekh Monastery is another peaceful place where you can go and relax amidst nature. You can walk around the main bazaar and indulge in shopping and eating and visit nearby monasteries.

Jun-Sepis the best time to visit Kargil Summer is the best season for a visit to Kargil. The months when Kargil is open for a trip are from March - October. The freezing cold winters, along with the dangerous monsoons, are not the best seasons if you want to have a taste of the district that is Kargil. Weather in Kargil Loading... Kargil in Summer (March - June) This is the best season for a trip to Kargil. The days are warm with cool nights; the temperatures going as low as 13 degrees Celcius. This is the time when National Highway 1 D, which connects Srinagar and Leh, is officially opened for travellers. Kargil in Monsoon (July - September) Beginning from late July, the monsoon season lasts till September. This is not exactly the best time to visit Kargil, as there are frequent landslides and cloudbursts. September onwards, there is a certain kind of chill that sets into Kargil, although the sun keeps shining. Kargil in Winter (October - February) This is the least ideal season for a visit to Kargil, with freezing winds ready to peel off your skin. November onwards, the travel influx drops down steadily as temperatures can go as low as -50 degrees Celcius. With the chilly weather, most of the roads leading to Kargil are also closed down during these months. Monthly Weather in Kargil Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January -8 5 February -7 10 March -2 14 April 3 19 May 10 25 June 11 26 July 18 29 August 17 27 September 12 27 October 3 24 November -4 16 December -8 12