Bordering Pakistan on one side and China on the other, Ladakh has been provided with a large military presence for protecting our boundaries. Access to some places along the border are restricted due to security constraints. While some locations such as Pangong Lake and Nubra Valley can be accessed only with a permit, areas very close to the border are out of bounds for Indians as well as foreign nationals.
The good news now is that the defense ministry has now decided to open up more areas for tourists and climbers, irrespective of their nationality. The decision now awaits clearance from home ministry.
Turtuk, the last village near the border to Pakistan will now be made accessible to tourists. The village of Turtuk was reclaimed by Indian Army in the war against Pakistan in 1971. The new areas will offer a bigger treat to mountaineers and climbers, who will get access to 104 peaks for climbing.
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