Snuggled in the North-Eastern foothills of Himalayas, Suru Valley extends from the town of Kargil up to Panikhar towards South and Pensi-La in the East. One of the most beautiful valleys in the Ladakh region, it offers panoramic vistas of snow-capped peaks, undulated alpine slopes, shimmering glaciers and vast stretches of lush vegetation of wheat, barley and millet. Entire valley covers a veil of apricots, apples and mulberry during the autumn season. Owing to the valley’s tranquil and picturesque settings, it is thronged by countless tourists who come here to spend a peaceful vacation amidst serene natural beauty. With a stark contrast to the topography of most of Ladakh which is arid and barren, Suru Valley blooms with greenery and is one of the most agriculturally productive lands of Ladakh, therefore, is also referred to as the granary of this region. Kargil, Sankoo, Panikhar and Parkachik are the main towns of the valley and offer a dramatic change of vistas when one moves from Kargil towards Parkachik. Breath-taking views of the grass with orange hues snuggled between the striking contrasts of arid mountains and some glorious views of the ‘Nun-Kun peaks’, make you speechless as you enter Parkachik. From Parkachik, one can make his way towards Pensi-La, the gateway to Zanskar Valley, which also offers some magnificent views of the ‘Drang Drung Glacier’. Midway, you can stop at the Rangdum village and visit the famous ‘Rangdum Monastery’. The ‘Karste Khar Village’ of the valley needs a special mention for its 7 metre tall rock statue of Buddha dating back to 7th century.