Ladakh releases the first dedicated traveller's guide to Zanskar

27 October 2026

The Deputy Commissioner of Zanskar, Omkar Rajindra Gundage, released the first dedicated traveller's guide to Zanskar at his office chamber. The guide is titled 'Zanskar - The Last Great Himalayan Wilderness: A Traveller's Guide' and was produced by the Tourist Office Zanskar under the Department of Tourism, UT Ladakh. It covers the district's main destinations, monasteries, history and culture, plants and animals, trekking and mountaineering routes, adventure activities and festivals. It carries a district tourist map and a map of Padum town, along with road access, travel information, permit requirements, medical facilities, emergency contacts and guidelines for responsible tourism. The Superintendent of Police, Zanskar, Rigzin Sandup, the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Jasif Amin, and the Tourist Officer, Ghulam Rasool Lal, were present. The guide is meant to help both domestic and foreign visitors plan trips and to draw them to less-visited places.