Drass is a valley located in the Kargil district in the Union Territory of Ladakh. It lies on National Highway 1 (NH 1) between Zoji La & Kargil town, and is famously referred to as the Gateway to Ladakh.
For most people, their information about Drass begins & ends with it being the second coldest place in the world (the first being Siberia). However, there is more to Drass than just the bone chilling temperature.
It is a place blessed with immense beauty, with enormous mountains ranges surrounding it from all sides and spectacular sunset views that win your heart. Besides natural beauty, sightseeing in Drass also includes visiting its monasteries & other religious holy sites.