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Korzok

The only village on the lake, home to a 300-year-old monastery and Changpa nomads.

Photo: Original: Rafał Kozubek Derivative work… · CC BY-SA 3.0
Time Needed
Half a day
Best Time
June to September
Address
Korzok, Leh district, Ladakh 194101Directions
Getting There
About 6–8 hours by road from Leh.

Why Go

It's among the world's highest permanently lived-in villages, at about 4,500 metres. Homestays are simple, and the monastery stands over the lake.

Tips

  • You'll need an inner line permit for this area. Your Leh agent or hotel can arrange it.

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