Themisgaam (3200 m) is the most prosperous town in the area, bursting with various kinds of fruit trees such as apricots, apples and walnuts. The conditions in Themisgam are perfect for this as there is supply of mountain water throughout the year, lots of sun and warmth because of it's location in a valley and an altitude of 3200 meter that makes it possible for fruit trees to grow lushly.
Things to do
A steep climb uphill on the mountain overlooking the fertile valley first brings you to the local nunnery. There is a school with two small rooms, each with a blackboard and educational posters on the walls. One room is meant for the youngest nuns and one for the (slightly) elder (teenage) ones. Continuing your way uphill you finally reach the two monasteries of Themisgam, one belonging to the yellow cap order and the other to the red cap order of Tibetan Buddhism. One of these has actually been a palace of the kings of Ladakh, before they moved to Leh.
