Thang Village

Ladakh Union Territory

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Thang Village, Leh Ladakh Overview

Thang Village, which is also known as Dhothang or Thanga Chathang, is a tiny village located in the Chorbat region of Leh. It is often referred to as the northernmost village of India. Thang lies on the Line of Control that divides India and Pakistan and offers spectacular views of the majestic mountains.

Situated along the Shyok River, Thang Village was up until recently not open to tourists. Given its proximity to the LOC, visitors must procure permission from the army before visiting and submit certain documents; permits are required in order to cross Turtuk, Khardung La and Nubra Valley. There are guides who take visitors around the area and show them the fence, army bunkers of both the sides, Indian and Pakistani flags, etc. One might also be able to interact with the military personnel and visit a bunker. Moreover, the village is also quite famous for trees bearing apples, walnuts and apricots. Unlike in many military-controlled areas, photography is allowed here.

Must Know Before You Visit Thang Village

Permit : The official entry point into Thang Village is marked by an army check post a couple of kilometres away where visitors must answer a few security questions and provide:

All the permits that were issued in Leh
Original IDs which shall have to be left with them while entering. They can be collected while leaving.

Tips :

Only Indian citizens are allowed entry into the village, not foreigners.
Tourists must not only carry the original permits issued in Leh but also a few copies since one is required to submit a copy at the checkpost near Tyakshi. If hiring a taxi, the driver too must have all the necessary documents.
It is necessary to have an original ID since it must be submitted at the checkpost upon arrival. It can later be collected while returning.
Given that it is next to the LOC, it is a sensitive area, and therefore, it is important to seek permission before clicking photographs.