Location
Popular for its scenic beauty, trekking base and monasteries, Padum lies between the Greater Himalayas and Zanskar Range of mountains in Kargil District. Situated at an altitude of 3,505 m, Padum is considered the most populated region of Zanskar. A few centuries back, the region was under the influence of North Indian Buddhism. About 30% of Padum's residents like the Baltis and Lahulis are of Indo Aryans lineage, and are followers of the Sunni Muslim sect.
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