It is located about 60 km west of Kargil on the road to SDrass valley starting from the base of Zoji La pass which is the gateway to Ladakh and is best known for a 3 day trek to Suru valley. This trek passes through some of the most beautiful upland villages and flower springed meadows at an altitude of 4500 m of the Umbaala Pass which falls enroute.The main attraction here include the Zoji La pass, Puga Valley and the trekking tours along the beauty of nature. It also has numerous shorter treks and hikes to offers. Drass valley has become the second coldest inhabited place in the world due to its chilly climate. Tourists can enjoy snowfall during their visits made during the winters. The temperature may drop down to minus 50 degree, bring along with it heavy snow and wind. The inhabitants of Drass , Dard and Muslim, are known as the guardians of Ladakh's Gateway.