Rivers, Waterfalls & Scenic Beauty

Major Rivers in Ladakh

Indus River

• Origin: Glacial waters near Mount Kailash (Tibet).
• Entry into Ladakh: Near Demchok in southeastern Ladakh.
• Length in Ladakh: ~450 km.
• Direction: Flows westward through Leh, Kargil, and enters Pakistan via Baltistan.
• Importance:
  • Lifeline of Ladakh: Source of irrigation and water supply.
  • Site of famous confluence with Zanskar River at Nimmu.
  • Hosts river rafting activities.