Activities in Chilling & Sumda Chenmo

Activities in Nubra Valley

Chilling Village: Traditional Metal Artisan Hub
Chilling is one of the last remaining strongholds of Ladakh’s ancient metalworking tradition. Local artisans here have passed down their skills for generations, crafting exquisite items from copper, silver, brass, and bronze. You can visit small family-run workshops where craftsmen create ritual objects, teapots, ladles, and intricate statues using age-old techniques like casting, hammering, and engraving. This living heritage makes Chilling a cultural gem along the Zanskar River.
Sumda Chenmo Monastery and 11th-Century Murals
A hidden treasure in the mountains, Sumda Chenmo Monastery is renowned for its 11th-century Buddhist murals that blend Kashmiri and Tibetan artistic influences. These ancient wall paintings depict Avalokiteshvara, Maitreya, and other deities with remarkable detail and spiritual depth. Due to its remote location, reaching the monastery involves a short trek — a journey that rewards visitors with rare art and profound serenity.
Zanskar River and Its Dramatic Gorges
The Zanskar River carves its way through deep, rugged gorges, offering some of the most spectacular river scenery in Ladakh. Whether seen from above on a trek or during the famous winter Chadar Trek when the river freezes, its raw beauty is unforgettable. The sheer cliffs and glacial waters make this river a lifeline for the region and a centerpiece of adventure and exploration.
Hanging Bridges and Cliff-Edge Trails
In the remote valleys around Chilling and Sumda, precarious wooden bridges suspended over rushing waters connect isolated hamlets. Narrow cliff-edge trails carved into rock faces add a thrill to treks in this region. These routes, once used by monks and traders, now offer adventurous travelers a chance to experience Ladakh’s raw, untamed side.
Panoramic Views of the Ladakh and Zanskar Ranges
From high vantage points and ridgelines around Chilling, the views extend across the snow-capped Ladakh and Zanskar mountain ranges. These dramatic peaks form a stunning backdrop to the valley and make the area ideal for photography, nature walks, and meditation. The shifting light across the ranges — especially at dawn and dusk — adds to the ethereal beauty of the region.

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