Around 9 km from Padum
Karsha Monastery
Around 9 km from Padum; the largest monastic establishment in Zanskar and a major cultural landmark.
Padum Travel Base
Nearby Attractions
A curated Zanskar guide section for guests planning monastery visits, scenic routes and local experiences.
Around 18 km from Padum
Stongdey Monastery
Around 18 km from Padum, perched on a hillock overlooking the village and Zanskar landscape.
Near Padum / Sani side
Sani Monastery
A historic monastery near Sani village, commonly visited from Padum and valued for its deep Zanskar heritage.
Zangla route
Zangla Village & Palace
A heritage village route in Zanskar, good for travellers interested in traditional landscapes and old royal history.
Remote trek/route
Phuktal / Phugtal Monastery
One of Zanskar’s most dramatic cliffside monasteries; usually planned as a trek or remote route with local guidance.
Seasonal road side
Penzi La & Drang-Drung Side
High-altitude scenery on the Kargil–Zanskar road with turquoise lakes, wide tableland and glacier views.
Travel note: Routes and access in Zanskar can be seasonal. Guests should confirm road, weather and permit conditions locally before planning long drives or treks.