Go out of your way
Khardung La
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The road to Nubra goes over it, so you do it whether you plan to or not, and it's worth stopping for. Switchbacks up from South Pullu with the Stok range across the valley, fresh snow on the rock at the top the morning I crossed, and a sky that goes nearly black. Don't hang about at the pass - take the photos and drop down the other side.