Kargil War Memorial, Dras
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A memorial at Dras to the soldiers who laid down their lives in the Kargil War of 1999 (Operation Vijay).
MemorialDras, Kargil district, on the Srinagar–Leh highwayBest time to visit: May to October; Kargil Vijay Diwas on 26 July
Highlights
- A sandstone wall bearing the names of the fallen soldiers
- Views of Tololing and Tiger Hill, scenes of major battles
- A museum (Manoj Pandey Gallery) with stories and objects from the war
- Ceremonies on Kargil Vijay Diwas
Significance
Built by the Indian Army, the memorial honours those who fought to recover the heights during the 1999 conflict. Kargil Vijay Diwas is marked every year on 26 July.