(Coldest place in India)
❄️ Coldest Place in the India – Explore Dras, Ladakh
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| Breathtaking veiw of Snow capped Dras Valley Laddakh |
🌍 Geography of Drass
📜 History of Dras
🌡️ Climate of Dras
🏡 Lifestyle, Food & Culture of Dras
👨👩👧 Lifestyle
The people of Dras live in a very harsh weather, the environment here is extremely harsh, so their houses are made of thick stones and wood to protect them from the cold.
Most of the families here live in small villages and depend on agriculture and animal husbandry.
In winter, the temperature drops so much that it becomes difficult for people to go out of the house, so people stay inside the houses most of the time and maintain warmth in the house with wood, cow dung cakes and coal
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| Food of Dras Valley Laddakh |
🍲 Food of Dras Valley
Dras cuisine has a deep influence of Tibetan and Kashmiri food.
People here mostly eat thick, hot and nutritious food to avoid the cold.
Main dishes:
Thukpa – Tibetan-style noodle soup and
Skyu – traditional Ladakhi dish made of wheat are the main dishes here
Butter Tea (Gur Gur Chai) – Salted tea mixed with butter and salt. These people drink butter tea with great fondness
Khambir – Bread is the local bread here. Apart from this, Yak milk and meat are also commonly consumed here. In winter, people depend on dried meat and stored grains.
🎭 Culture of Dras
Dras is mainly inhabited by two communities called Balti and Dardic communities.
Shina and Balti are their main dialects.
The culture here also includes the influence of Buddhist and Islamic traditions.
During the festive season, people here celebrate with music, dance and traditional costumes.
The people of Dras are especially known for their hospitality and warmth, no matter how cold the weather is outside.
👕👒 Traditional Dress of People in
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| A man and a woman of Dras Valley, wearing heavy woolen dresses and shoes |
Dras
🧥 Winter Dress
Dras valley remains cold for most of the year, so people here wear thick and warm clothes. Pheran (pheran) is a long woolen gown-like cloth that covers the whole body. Under it, people wear warm clothes or woolen pants.
Woolen Cap & Scarf – People wear woolen caps and scarves to cover the head and ears
Patu / Goncha – A kind of traditional woolen cloak which is a popular dress in both Ladakh and Dras. People here wear boots made of thick leather or wool on their feet to protect their feet from snow and cold
👗Women's Dress in Dras
Women of Dras also wear pheran, which is often decorated with beautiful embroidery. A dupatta or woolen shawl is worn on the head. On festivals and special occasions, women here wear silver jewellery (earrings, necklaces, armlets).
👨 Men's clothing
Men of Drass often wear pheran and woolen cap (karakul topi or Ladakhi cap). Patka (cloth belt) is tied around the waist. In winter, an extra wool layer (inner woolen wear) is very important.
🌸 On festivals and special occasions, people wear colorful pheran and traditional clothes. Women wear heavy silver jewellery.
The whole village looks colorful during traditional dance and music.
🏞️ Top Attractions in Dras
- Dras War Memorial: Built in honor of the soldiers of the 1999 Kargil War, it is a must-visit site that inspires patriotism.
- Tiger Hill & Tololing: Famous peaks captured during the war, now popular trekking and sightseeing spots.
- Mushkoh Valley: Known as the "Valley of Wildflowers", it blooms with colorful flowers during summer.
- Suru Valley: A scenic valley offering beautiful views, camping, and trekking opportunities.
- Amarnath Yatra Route: Dras also serves as a base for the sacred Amarnath pilgrimage.
🚗 How to Reach Dras
- ✈️ By Air: Nearest airport is Srinagar Airport (about 150 km away).
- 🚉 By Train: Jammu Tawi Railway Station is the nearest major railhead.
- 🚗 By Road: Dras is connected via the Srinagar-Leh Highway (NH1), offering one of the most scenic drives in the world.
🕒 Best Time to Visit Dras
Summer (June – September) is the best time to visit Dras. The valley becomes accessible, weather is pleasant, and travelers can enjoy trekking, camping, and sightseeing. Winters (October – February) are extremely cold and suitable only for hardcore adventurers who can survive harsh snowstorms and sub-zero temperatures.
🎒 Adventure Activities in Dras
- Trekking in Mushkoh and Suru Valleys
- Camping under starry skies
- Photography of snow-clad mountains
- Experiencing snowfall and icy winds
🔑 Quick Facts About Dras
- Dras is colder than many parts of Greenland and Antarctica’s edges.
- It is the second coldest inhabited place in the world.
- Known as the "Gateway to Ladakh".
- Rich in history, culture, and natural beaFAQ's
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✅ Conclusion
If you want to explore a land where nature tests human survival, then Dras – the coldest place in the India should be on your bucket list. Its chilling climate, historical importance, stunning valleys, and brave people make it more than just a travel destination – it’s an unforgettable experience.
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