Category: Upshi

Travel Tips, Nearby Attractions & Why You Should Visit in Upshi Travel Tips Upshi has a checkpost for Inner Line Permits—ensure all permits are valid and carried for onward travel to restricted areas like Pangong, Hanle, or Nyoma. Carry essentials if you’re continuing eastward, as services become sparse beyond this point. Upshi has basic roadside […]

Trekking, Outdoor Activities & Visiting Information of Upshi Trekking & Outdoor Activities Nature Walks and Photography: Explore the Indus River banks and nearby ridgelines for stunning views of the valley and surrounding mountains. Photographers will find dramatic contrasts between the river, sky, and barren terrain. Gateway to Treks: Upshi is the starting point or waypoint […]

Historical, Cultural Experiences & Spiritual Significance of Upshi Historically, Upshi was part of the ancient trade route that connected Ladakh with Tibet and Central Asia. Traders and caravans would halt here before continuing eastward. The surrounding region bears traces of Ladakh’s Buddhist heritage, with ancient monasteries and stupas found in nearby settlements. Upshi remains an […]

Activities in Upshi Confluence of Indus and Road to Changthang:Upshi holds strategic and scenic importance where the Indus River meets the road leading to the Changthang plateau. The river flows gently between stark, arid mountains, creating a tranquil and photogenic landscape. Traditional Ladakhi Homes and Farming:The village is home to traditional stone-and-mud Ladakhi houses designed […]