Turtuk Village of Leh - Ladakh

The village Turtuk situated in the Karakoram range. Every place has its own story while it has special one. The village is divided by a border. Situated at an height of 3,001mt. In old times, Turtuk village was part of Pakistan and gained control over it in 1947. Even many villagers people have their relatives in Pakistan. After Indo -Pakistan war in 1971, India took control of the Turtuk village. Situated at the border of the Gilgit - Baltistan. This pretty village have some untold stories about their work and life. Getz Destinations Tours & Travels company providing exclusive offer to Turtuk Village. Don't miss the opportunity to book your soothing Ladakh Tour Packages at Getz Destinatons.

The most unique interesting fact about Turtuk is Baltistan independent nation. Here you can explore the museum which was home for the Turkistan royalsin ancient times. During 1947, India - Pakistan partition separated many of the families on the sides of the border.

The Turtuk is divided into three sections:

Chutang - Chutang situated near the river bank. It is consider as the educational and cultural center of Turtuk. In the morning, enjoy the chanting of birds. It is one of the contributors to the Sarawati river.

Yul - It is the oldest area of the village. A populated greenery sanctuary. Presently offers home for two mosques.

Pharol - You can visit the Pharol river by crossing over the bridge. Visitors can see up to K-2 peak from here.

The Turtuk place is also known as halmet. The Indian Army take care of the villagers and their families. It is one of the gateways for Siachen Glacier. Lies on the bank of the Shyok River about 250km distance from Leh. Visitors can reach Turtuk by road. Even travel to nearest Airport Leh, Ladakh at a distance of 250km from Turtuk.

Turtuk village people speak Balti, Urdi and Ladakhi language. Place is well - known for different fruits especially of apricots. This place opened for tourists in 2010. It presents the overlook of the Shyok Valley. Turtuk village is the last major place of India among division of Indo - Pak war. Thus, also refers as the ' village divided by a border'. Generally, Turtuk people speak Balti  language. Balti language is mix of Persian and old Tibetan. Surrounded by deserts, rocky roads and crabby mountains. The village grow  high quantity of walnuts.