Hemis Shukpachan is a small traditional village in Sham valley in Ladakh.
Hemis Shukpachan could be a close contender for the mythical Shangri-La.
Hemis Shukpachan is a beautiful traditional village far from the crowds of Ladakh. It has a few home stays where one can stay for a taste of traditional Ladakhi village life. Several treks are possible from and to Hemis Shukpachan to Lamayuru monastery via Ang village, and to Likir Monastery.
The classic off the beaten path trek from Likir Monastery to Temisgam via Yangthang, Hemis Shukpachan and Ang is known as the Sham valley trek and is a gentle, easy and comfortable 3 days trek which takes one through traditional Ladakhi villages.
Hemis Shukpachan is traditional and classic Ladakh at its best. Summers are warm, dry and sunny, the people hospitable, and the crowds non-existent.
There is also the Hemis Monastery with its similar sounding name!
Hemis Shukpachan
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Yangthang
Yangthang village on the way to Hemis Shukpachan
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Traditional Ladakhi house at Hemis Shukpachan village
Hemis Shukpachan homestay
Enjoy homestay at traditional Ladakhi home in Hemis Sukhpachan
Hemis Shukpachan Things to see and do
Enjoy walking around the village, see the water management system in place sued for fair distribution of precious water, taste some of the finest apricots in the world, see Ladakhis making Chang (Barley beer) and see people working in the fields.
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People working in the fields
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Sheep Skull on display
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Sights of Hemis Shukpachan
Sham valley trek (Likir to Temisgam via Yangthang, Hemis Shukpachan and Ang)
A gentle introduction to trekking in Ladakh. Can be done in 3-4 days. |
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| Day 1 | 2 hour drive from Leh to Likir monastery and then 4 hour trek from Likir monastery to Yangthang village. |
| Day 2 | Yangthang village to Hemis Shukpachan village over the Tsermanchan-La Pass. |
| Day 3 | Hemis Shukpachan to Temisgam via Ang village. Drive back to Leh. |
Hemis Shukpachan Water distribution
Water distribution
A network of channels are used to ensure fair distribution of water
Hemis Shukpachan where to stay
In the kitchen at a home stay
Hemis Shukpachan home stay
Visiting Hemis Shukpachan
The trek route from Likir monastery to Hemis Shukpachan runs parallel to the road.
Budget plenty of time to enjoy the journey! The views from the Tsermanchan-La Pass are spectacular and there are plenty of Apricot orchards and beautiful villages on the way.
Hemis Shukpachan practical info
Acclimatization
Ascend to high altitude slowly
Ascending quickly (e.g. on a flight or trying to reach Ladakh in 1 day) will lead to shortness of breath and even acute altitude sickness. When on a tour with Himalayan Ecotourism, you will ascend at a pace which is comfortable and avoids altitude sickness.
Weather
Extremes of weather
It can get hot and cold within a matter of minutes. Wear layers of clothing.
Transport
No public transport
There is no public transport around Hemis Shukpachan even though it is connected by a well maintained road.
Hemis Shukpachan notes
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