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Sangla is a small town in theBaspa Valley which is also known as the Sangla Valley. Located a short distance from the Tibetan border. The mighty Himalayas and the Kinner-Kailash peak tower over this picturesque town which is set at a height of nearly 2700 m on the banks of the fast flowing waters of the Baspa River. Set amidst fruit orchards and thickly forested slopes that are covered with pine and deodar trees Sangla is widely acknowledged as one of the most beautiful valleys in the world. In the Tibetan language the word sang actually means -light- and lameans pass. As such the word Sangla stands for pass of light as on crossing the majestic mountains one suddenly emerges into a valley filled with bright sunshine and breathtaking natural beauty.
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