10 Amazing Facts to know about Turtuk Village, Ladakh, India

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Turtuk is often referred to as the "last village of India" as it is situated close to the Line of Control (LoC) that separates India and Pakistan.

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The village is predominantly inhabited by Balti people, who follow their own traditions and language, which is different from the rest of Ladakh.

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Visitors can savor local dishes like momos, thukpa, and khambir (a type of bread), along with other Balti specialties.

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Turtuk is renowned for its lush apricot orchards.

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The landscape around Turtuk is nothing short of breathtaking.

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The people of Turtuk are known for their warmth and hospitality.

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Turtuk was a part of Pakistan until the 1971 Indo-Pak war when it was captured by India.

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The village boasts traditional Balti architecture with stone houses, flat roofs, and intricate woodwork.

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Turtuk is home to ancient monasteries, including the picturesque Turtuk Monastery

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One unique feature of Turtuk is its lack of mobile network connectivity.

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