The winter season is continuing where there is severe cold due to disturbance in the northern region of the country. Rain and hailstorm have made it difficult to go out of the house. But there are many areas in our country where there is freezing cold and the mercury mostly remains below zero. Just thinking of going to these areas amidst snowfall and cold winds makes one feel cold. It is very difficult for humans to survive here between December and February. So let us know about these places in the country where there is bone-chilling cold...

Tawang

Tawang of Arunachal Pradesh is also one of the coldest places in India. This place is also very famous among tourists. Due to heavy snowfall and avalanches during the winter season, it is counted among offbeat tourist destinations. It is one of the most dangerous and cold places in India. In winter, the temperature of this place goes up to -15 degrees Celsius.

Siachen Glacier
The title of the coldest place in India is with Siachen Glacier. Situated at an altitude of about 5,753 meters, the temperature of this place reaches -50 degrees Celsius in January. Many soldiers of India and Pakistan remain stationed here facing this deadly cold. There are many such videos on the Internet where soldiers are seen breaking eggs, tomatoes and juice frozen in ice with a hammer. Thousands of soldiers have lost their lives so far due to the adverse conditions here.

Munsiyari
Situated at an altitude of 2,500 meters above sea level in Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, Munsiyari is a special place for nature lovers. The weather here remains cold and dry throughout the year and the temperature also remains around -10 degrees Celsius. Rare species of birds, snow-covered mountains and icy lakes have become the identity of Munsiyari.

Ladakh
Located in the Himalayan ranges, Ladakh got a new identity as a Union Territory in October 2019. Around 2,70,000 people here follow Tibetan culture. The average temperature here in January is around -12 degrees Celsius. While the maximum temperature goes up to -2 degrees. It is advisable to visit here only in the summer season. Heavy snowfall and minus temperature in winter can become a problem for anyone.

Keylong
Keylong in Himachal Pradesh is spread over an area of ​​about 40 km on the Leh main road. The temperature of this place cannot be called very low, but it does fall to -5 degrees. This place is very good for bike riders and those who want to visit many special cold destinations. This place is also connected to many other tourist spots like Manali, Kaza and Leh.

Sonamarg
Sonamarg is considered to be an excellent summer destination. However, the cold increases a lot in this place in winter. The temperature of Sonamarg can go down to about -6 degrees Celsius. Sonamarg is surrounded by many snow-covered mountains and icy lakes. It is one of those places in Kashmir where tourists keep coming throughout the year.

Manali
Manali is also a beautiful and popular tourist destination in India. Breathtaking views and fun activities remain the specialty of this place. This place remains warm during summers, but as soon as winters arrive, its temperature can go down to -10 degrees Celsius. Manali, located in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, is a great choice for nature lovers. People who are fond of hiking, river rafting and trekking definitely come here.

Sela Pass
This snowy paradise on earth is famous as the 'Icebox of India'. Situated at an altitude of about 4,400 meters above sea level, Sela Pass remains covered in a thin sheet of snow almost throughout the year. These mountain ranges are hit by cold winds and avalanches throughout the year. The temperature of this place goes down to about -15 degrees.

Lachen and Thangu Valley
Located in the northern part of Sikkim, Lachen and Thangu Valley are also considered to be an excellent tourist spot. Situated at an altitude of about 2,500 meters, the average temperature of this place in January remains between -10 to -15 degrees Celsius. The heavy snowfall here is a witness to the bone-chilling cold in the valley. Apart from this, the temperature here remains around zero degrees throughout the year.

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