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Hanle (Dark-Sky Observatory)
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Hanle (Dark-Sky Observatory)

Hanle, Ladakh, India

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Overview

India's first Dark Sky Reserve — the Indian Astronomical Observatory above a 17th-century gompa, under the clearest night skies in the country.

Why visit: The Milky Way like you've never seen it, plus wild-ass plains.

Things to do
  • ›Observatory ridge
  • ›Astro-homestays
  • ›Hanle gompa
  • ›Kiang-dotted plains
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Travel Information

Best time

May–Sep; new moon

Entry fee

Permit required

Est. budget

₹1,500–3,000/day

Duration

1–2 days

Nearby attractions

Within

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