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 eateries and tea stalls—ideal for a quick rest or refreshment break.
  • If staying overnight or for a longer break, pre-arrange accommodation or inquire locally for homestay options.

Nearby Attraction

  • Hemis Monastery (via Karu): One of Ladakh’s largest and most famous monastic complexes.
  • Sakti and Chemrey: Picturesque villages with ancient monasteries and dramatic landscapes.
  • Chumathang: Known for its hot springs and traditional healing practices.
  • Rumtse: A beautiful starting point for treks and high-altitude lakes.

     

Why You Should Visit

While often overlooked as a simple transit point, Upshi is a gateway to some of Ladakh’s most remote and spectacular regions. Its scenic charm, quiet village life, and historical relevance make it more than just a stopover—it’s a gentle introduction to the raw, high-altitude wilderness that awaits beyond. Whether pausing for a break, capturing the landscape in photos, or immersing in its quiet beauty, Upshi welcomes travelers with the calm grace of the Indus valley.

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