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About Panamik |
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Panamik is situated at a distance of about 150 kms from Leh,
Panamik hamlet is the final frontier village of India in close
proximity to the Tibetan region. Panamik is located at an
altitude of 3,183 meters above mean sea level, Panamik is
famous for a hot spring found here. Located at the outskirts
of the village, the waters of this hot spring is medicinal for
several skin infections due to the presence of sulphur and
other minerals. The Nubra River here offers amazing sites for
picnicking. The Panamik to the river bridge at Hargam trek is
about 5 miles long and pleasantly amusing.
Just few kilometers from Panamik here starts Siachen Glacier,
the highest battlefield in the world where Indian and
Pakistani troops have been fighting for years. But in this
area there are almost no sign of disagreement. Nubra valley is
quiet place, full of flowers and friendly people. |
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Shopping |
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Panamik is a great place to buy Kashmiri carpet, Pashmina shawls
and woolen socks. Horticulture products like walnuts,apricots,
almonds and apples are also worth a buy. Shops in the market
also contain Tibetan and Kashmiri artifacts which make for good
souvenirs. |
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Location and Significance |
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Panamik is located close to Siachen glacier, the highest
battlefield in the world.Panamik is Well-known for its
curative hot springs.
Panamik is also significant as it is the northernmost part of
India where foreigners are allowed.The Panamik hot water spring is positioned at a height of
10442 ft above sea level. The spring water contains high
amount of sulphur and it is believed best for curing
rheumatism and other illness.
Surrounded by snowcapped mountains, the green valley of
Panamik is a sight to watch. The village stands on the banks
of Nubra River. The scenic beauty, sulphur springs and the
proximity to Siachen glacier make it a must visit destination.
Panamik is the last civilian settlement before Siachen base
camp (where no civilians are allowed).
Panamik is also well-known for its Pashmina goats and Bactrian
camels. Native to the steppes of central Asia, the Bactrian
camel has two humps, in contrast to the single-humped camels
found in Rajasthan and other parts of India. The Bactrian
camels were the main mode of transport when Ladakh was an
important stopover on the ancient trade routes with Central
Asia. Wool from the Pashmina goats are used to weave the
famous Pashmina Shawl.
Panamik is also the base for trek to Ensa Gompa. The
250-year-old Ensa gompa is famous for Buddhist scriptures and
murals. The gompa overlooks snowcapped mountains and the Nubra
Valley.Despite the fact that Panamik doesn’t have any star hotels or
resorts, the village is very popular with honeymooners. |
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