Religion

The religious landscape of Nubra Valley is geographically split, reflecting its history as a borderland. * **Buddhism**: The eastern and central parts of the valley (including Diskit, Hunder, Panamik, and Sumur) are predominantly Tibetan Buddhist, belonging largely to the Gelugpa (Yellow Hat) sect. * **Islam**: The western reaches of the valley (including Turtuk, Bogdang, and Tyakshi) are predominantly Muslim. The communities here follow the Sufi Noorbakhshia sect and Sunni Islam, deeply rooted in Balti traditions.