Kargil

There are also historic sites such as the Kargil War Memorial, built by the Indian Army to commemorate the Kargil War between India and Pakistan in 1999. The main attraction is the sandstone wall with the names of all the martyrs of the Indian Army. The Suru Valley is a famous tourist attraction in Kargil, mainly because of its stunning beauty that you can explore on foot while enjoying photography. There are also several picnic spots for day trips, such as Parkachik, Damsna, Tulus, and Stackpa. There are several attractions in the Sul Valley. Visit Sankoo, known as one of Ladakh's lushest meadows, dotted with wild roses and plantations. Kartse Khar is an ancient Buddhist village dating back to the 7th century with a 7-foot Gautam Buddha statue. The Kargil War Memorial is a famous tourist attraction in Kargil that should not be overlooked as it is an important part of Indian history. Made of pink sandstone, it commemorates the Indian Army soldiers who died in the Kargil War.