Parang La

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News: The NCC’s ‘Aparajita – Parang La 2026’ expedition was flagged-in at Karzok, Ladakh on September 16, 2026.

About Parang La

  • Parang La is a high-altitude mountain pass in the Trans-Himalayas.
  • Connects: It connects the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh with the Changthang region of Ladakh.
  • Historical Significance: It was a traditional trade route between Spiti and Ladakh.
  • Key Features:
    • Terrain: The trail passes through glaciers, snowfields, river valleys, deep gorges and arid landscapes.
    • Altitude: It has an elevation of around 5,600 m.
    • Rivers Association: It serves as the source area of the Pare Chu River (Parang River), which originates in Himachal Pradesh.
      • It flows into Tibet and then re-enters India in Ladakh/Spiti.
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