Ladakh Travel & Security Update – May 11, 2025, 2:30 PM IST ✈️ Flight Operations in Ladakh As of May 11, 2025, all civilian flights to and from Leh’s Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) remain suspended due to ongoing security concerns. The Indian government has extended the closure of 24 airports near the Pakistan border until May 15, 2025, citing drone and missile threats. This disruption has affected numerous flight routes, both domestic and international. Travelers are advised to monitor their airline’s official announcements and stay alert for any last-minute changes. 🏔️ Current Situation in Ladakh The security situation in Ladakh remains tense. With all flights suspended, many tourists are […]
Ladakh Travel & Security Update – May 10, 2025, 10:00 PM IST ✈️ Flight Operations in Ladakh As of May 10, 2025, all civilian flights to and from Leh’s Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) remain suspended due to national security concerns. The Indian government has issued official notices suspending flight operations at 32 airports, including Leh, until May 15, 2025. This suspension has disrupted more than 670 flight routes, impacting both domestic and international travel. Passengers are advised to monitor updates from their respective airlines and stay alert for any changes. 🏔️ Current Situation in Ladakh The security environment in Ladakh remains tense. With flights suspended, many tourists are currently […]
Ladakh Travel Update – May 10, 2025, 18:00 IST ✈️ Flight Operations in Ladakh As of May 10, 2025, all civilian flights to and from Leh’s Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) remain suspended due to ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan. The Indian government has extended the suspension of operations at over 30 airports across northern and western India until May 14. Flight services are tentatively expected to resume at 5:29 AM IST on May 15. More than 670 domestic and international flight routes have been affected due to this suspension. 🏔️ Current Situation in Ladakh The prevailing security scenario has caused major disruptions to daily life in Ladakh. In […]
Ladakh Travel Update – May 9, 2025: Current Situation & Flight Operations 🏔️ Regional Overview As of May 9, 2025, Ladakh remains a peaceful and picturesque destination. However, recent geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan continue to impact transportation, particularly air travel to and from the region. ✈️ Flight Operations: Leh Airport (IXL) Leh’s Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) remains closed to civilian flights due to national security precautions. The Indian government has suspended flight operations at 27 airports across northern, western, and central India through May 10, 2025. Airline Responses IndiGo: Flights to and from Leh, Srinagar, Jammu, and Amritsar remain cancelled until May 10. Air India: Services to […]
Ladakh Travel Update: Current Conditions and Flight Operations (May 8, 2025) 🏔️ Regional Situation in Ladakh As of May 8, 2025, Ladakh remains a breathtaking destination for those seeking nature and cultural immersion. However, recent geopolitical tensions have disrupted civilian travel—especially by air. India’s military response, named Operation Sindoor, followed a terrorist attack in Pahalgam (Jammu & Kashmir). In retaliation, Indian airstrikes targeted multiple sites across the border. This has led to heightened security protocols and the temporary closure of northern airports, including Leh. ✈️ Flight Suspension: Leh Airport (IXL) Leh’s Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) is currently closed to civilian flights. The Indian government suspended operations at over 20 […]
Ladakh Flight Update: Northern India Airports Closed Due to Operation Sindoor – What Travelers Need to Know ✈️ Travel Advisory: Flight Disruptions in Northern India Date: May 7, 2025 Reason: Military operations under « Operation Sindoor » have led to heightened security measures and airspace restrictions. 🚫 Affected Airports (Closed Until Further Notice): Srinagar (SXR) Jammu (IXJ) Leh (IXL) Amritsar (ATQ) Chandigarh (IXC) Dharamshala (DHM) Rajouri Poonch Udhampur Pathankot Bikaner (BKB) Jodhpur (JDH) Jaisalmer (JSA) Bhuj (BHJ) Jamnagar (JGA) Rajkot (RAJ) These closures are due to increased airspace restrictions following Operation Sindoor, a targeted military action in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. 🛫 Airline Advisories: IndiGo: Flights to/from Srinagar, Jammu, Amritsar, Leh, Chandigarh, Dharamshala, Bikaner, […]
Introduction – Why Sankoo is Ladakh’s Best-Kept Secret Sankoo: The Green Oasis of Suru Valley is one of Ladakh’s most peaceful and overlooked destinations. Deep in the folds of the Himalayas, far from the region’s usual travel circuits, this lush valley offers a unique blend of water, orchards, crops, and tranquility. Nestled in the southern reaches of the Suru Valley in Kargil district, this small but vibrant village remains off the radar of most travelers — and that’s exactly what makes it special. What makes Sankoo Suru Valley so compelling is its striking contrast to the lunar landscapes of northern Ladakh. While much of the region is defined by its […]
A Turn Not on the Map: How I Found Chiktan by Chance Sometimes, the most unforgettable journeys begin without a plan. I hadn’t meant to find Chiktan. In fact, I hadn’t even heard of it. I was on a quiet road trip through Ladakh, chasing the familiar promise of barren landscapes and craggy Himalayan passes. My destination was loosely defined—maybe Kargil, maybe somewhere farther—but fate had its own geography. A few kilometers past Heniskot, I noticed a barely visible signboard at the edge of a bend. Time and mountain winds had stripped it of most of its paint, but one word lingered like a whisper from a past life: Chiktan. […]
Introduction au monastère de Karsha Perché de façon spectaculaire sur les pentes au-dessus de la rivière Stod, à seulement 9 kilomètres de la ville de Padum, le monastère de Karsha n’est pas seulement le plus grand complexe monastique du Zanskar — il est le cœur spirituel de toute la vallée. Avec ses bâtiments blanchis à la chaux dévalant la montagne et ses drapeaux de prière flottant dans la brise, la vue de Karsha Gompa suffit à couper le souffle à tout voyageur. Fondé par le vénéré maître bouddhiste Phagspa Sherab, ce complexe ancien appartient à l’ordre Gelugpa (chapeau jaune) du bouddhisme tibétain. Abritant environ 90 moines, Karsha est bien plus […]
Where Time Begins – Lamayuru Monastery The sun rises slowly over the stark ridges of Ladakh, casting long shadows across the crumbling cliffs of Lamayuru. Here, at nearly 3,500 meters above sea level, you do not simply arrive — you awaken into a place that feels detached from time. The village of Lamayuru, often referred to as the “Moonland of Ladakh” for its oddly eroded and lunar-like landscape, welcomes you not with fanfare, but with a profound stillness. The road that brings you here from Leh is winding and cinematic — cliffs plunging into ravines, prayer flags fluttering across rocky outcrops, and sudden glimpses of ochre-colored gompas perched impossibly on […]
