Ladakh is a land like no other. Bounded by two of
the world's mightiest mountain ranges, the Great Himalaya and the
Karakoram, it lies athwart two other, the Ladakh range and the Zanskar
range. Ladakh lies at altitudes ranging from about 9,000 feet (2750m)
at Kargil to 25,170 feet (7,672m) at Saser Kangri in the Karakoram.
The J&K SRTC operates regular buses (including deluxe coaches) between Srinagar
and Leh/Kargil. Cars and Jeep taxis can be hired at Srinagar and Leh for Kargil.
Local buses including mini coaches, for Mulbek leaves Kagil every morning and
afternoon. Cars and Jeep taxis can be hired at Kargil for same day return trips.
Srinagar is connected properly with rest ofg the country through Air and Road
network.
Where to Stay ?
Kargil : There is no dearth of accommodation in Kargil. Tariff of a single
room in hotel ranges from Rs.500 to Rs. 1000 depending on the quality of the
accommodation and service. Hotels are classified into A, B, C and Economy class
based upon the standard of establishments and service available.
There are two Tourist Bungalows at Kargil together provide 3 suites and 15 furnished
rooms with proper catering facilities attached with each establishment. The
Tourist Office, Kargil, does advance reservation. There is also a circuit house
at Baroo with 6 furnished rooms, which can be reserved through the office of
the District Development Commissioner.
Mulbek: The Tourist Bungalow here provides 4 furnished rooms with catering
facilities. Dormitory accommodation at much cheaper price is available with
some of the teashops near Mulbek Chamba. Alternatively tourists can return to
Kargil for the night.
Kargil, Ladakh Places of Interest
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