Chang La Pass Trek - Time to end your boring trips to new heights, head to this amazing jazz

Everyone including the adventure lovers must know that Ladakh has high altitude mountain passes and Chang La Pass stands among the third highest motorable road across the globe. It is positioned at a height of 5,360 meters above sea level and an ultimate destination for adventure enthusiasts.

Don’t you think, it’s necessary to know why is it named Chang La Pass?

It is believed that the destination has been named after a well-known Sadhu Changla Baba, alongside, a temple is dedicated under his name. Chang La Pass denoted as “Pass towards the south” or a “Pass in the south” offers picturesque beauty to everyone.

What grabs the visitors towards the Chang La Pass?

Various reasons to define this captivating destination mesmerized with enthralling beauty, however, some of the charming points to notice about the destination is; it is positioned at an incredible height, alongside secured by the Indian Army, close to the Chinese border, remain snuggled with snow all over the year. The beauty of this place remains life in the eyes for the whole life.

Not just beauty to admire, various interesting things to do at Chang La Pass

Crossing Chang La Pass is an unforgettable exciting experience where you can also test your adventurous spirit. Crossing this Chang La Pass is really an amazing experience, this is the very first thing you’d experience.

Look around the heart captivating beauty where WOAH comes to your lips automatically. Click the pictures, DRDO high-altitude workstation is also there registered in the Limca Book of World Records. The charm doesn’t end here, Yoga is performed here on International Yoga Day, visit Chang La Baba temple, you can also enjoy wonderful tea and get some refreshments at a small café here.

Don’t forget the safeguards while you are on a visit to Chang La Pass

Travelers might face some physical inconveniences if visiting the first time, you might face breathlessness, headaches, and some other hitches. So, it is suggested to stay at the top not more than 15 to 20 minutes, in case, you have some breathing problems, then, necessary to carry oxygen cylinders with you. If possible, connect with a health specialist.

Chang La Pass remains open from May to October and is the best time to explore this destination.

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Permission needs to be granted while visiting Chang La Pass

Chang La Pass is sited close to Pangong Lake, an inner line permit is required while visiting the restricted zone so apply for ILP (inner line permit) online. You would need ID proof like an Aadhar card, Voter ID, or Driving License.

Few other attractions close to Chang La Pass

Not just Chang La Pass should be on the list, various other attractions can be enjoyed while you are on a visit to Chang La Pass.

Stakna Monastery

Stakna Monastery is also known with a name called Tiger’s Nose Monastery as its shape is quite similar to a tiger diving up to the sky. Here, one can explore the assembly hall, a number of idols, and a 7 ft. tall statue of Lord Buddha.

Thiksey Monastery

Positioned at a height of 3,600 meters in the Ladakh valley, stands among the most famous monasteries in Ladakh. Quite similar to Potala Palace in Tibet and Maitreya Buddha statue, Tara Temple, and Lamokhang Temple can be explored over here.

Source: Tourist Locations

So add this destination to your bucket list for the next trip, have fun and be safe.