Hanle, a remote village located in the Ladakh region of the Himalayas, has emerged as a prominent destination for international stargazers. The village is recognized for its exceptionally dark night skies, which provide clear, unobstructed views of the Milky Way.
In December 2022, the area was officially designated as India’s first International Dark Sky Reserve. This status reflects both the unique atmospheric conditions of the high-altitude location and the ongoing efforts of local communities to preserve the darkness of the night environment from light pollution.
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