First-Ever Dedicated Tourist Traveller’s Guide of Zanskar Released.

First-Ever Dedicated Tourist Traveller’s Guide of Zanskar Released.
Zanskar, October 21, 2026: In a significant step towards promoting tourism in Zanskar, the first-of-its-kind comprehensive Tourist Traveller’s Guide, titled “Zanskar – The Last Great Himalayan Wilderness: A Traveller’s Guide”, prepared by the Tourist Office Zanskar, Department of Tourism, UT Ladakh, was formally released today at the Office Chamber of the Deputy Commissioner, Zanskar.
The guide was released by Sh. Omkar Rajindra Gundage (IAS), Deputy Commissioner Zanskar, in the presence of Sh. Rigzin Sandup (JKPS), Superintendent of Police Zanskar; Sh. Jasif Amin (JKAS), Sub-Divisional Magistrate Zanskar; Sh. Ghulam Rasool Lal, Tourist Officer Zanskar and other district officers.
The guide provides comprehensive information on Zanskar’s major tourist destinations, monasteries, historical and cultural heritage, flora and fauna, wildlife, trekking and mountaineering routes, adventure tourism activities and traditional festivals. It also features a detailed tourist map of Zanskar, Padum town map, road connectivity, travel information, permit requirements, medical facilities, emergency contacts and responsible tourism guidelines.
The publication aims to serve as a ready reference for domestic and international tourists, facilitate travel planning, promote lesser-known destinations and highlight Zanskar’s immense potential for cultural, heritage, nature and adventure tourism.
This initiative marks an important milestone in strengthening tourism promotion and showcasing Zanskar as a unique tourist destination at national and international levels.