Nelong Valley: India’s Closest Himalayan Valley to Tibet That Few Have Seen

Nelong Valley: India’s Closest Himalayan Valley to Tibet That Few Have Seen

An Unexplored Himalayan Valley Near the Tibet BorderNelong Valley lies within Gangotri National Park in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. This high-altitude river valley is often compared to the landscapes of Lahaul, Ladakh, and Tibet, earning it the title “Ladakh of Uttarakhand.” The resemblance comes from its cold-desert geography, rocky terrain, sparse vegetation, and minimal rainfall.