This is situated close to the Siachen glacier and renowned for its hot springs. The Panamik hot water spring is situated at an elevation of 10442 ft above sea level. The spring water contains high amounts of sulphur, believed to be the best for curing rheumatism and other ailments.
Panamik is also the base for trek to Ensa Gompa. The 250-year-old Ensa gompa is popular for Buddhist murals and scriptures. The gompa overlooks snowcapped mountains and the Nubra Valley.
18. Kunjkharak, Uttarakhand
Kunjkharak is located at an elevation of 2323 metres, which makes it the perfect place to view the Himalayas. It is home to the endangered khoola moss which is used in many cosmetic products.
Local legends say this was the last place on Earth that Shiva was seen before ascending to the heavens.
19. Kalsi, Uttarakhand
Kalsi is a small beautiful village situated 780 metres above sea level at the junction of the Yamuna and Tons river. The village falls on the old route to Yamunotri, the origin of river Yamuna. Sitting quietly in between the gigantic hills and plateaus, Kalsi attracts travellers with its majestic beauty. It is the buffer zone between Uttarakhand and Himanchal mountains.
