About Langza Village
Millions of years ago, Langza was a place under the sea that rose to the heights of the Himalayas. The scenic, unexplored village at a height of 4400 meters is rich in fossils of marine animals due to being underwater in the Triassic-Jurassic period. Hikkim, Langza, and Komic, the nearby hills, are other spitic hamlets where we found a treasure trove of marine fossils.
According to some people, if you break the term “Langza” into “La and Za,” then it means mountain pass and Zama pottery. Zamma pottery is the main occupation of Langza residents.
At the base of Chau Chau Kang Nilda mountain, Langza has become quite popular among offbeat travelers. Being remote with a population of less than 500, the village is divided into two parts: the upper and lower parts. Houses are designed into symmetrical shapes in Tibetan style that help them remain warm during harsh winters. The heavy snowfalls and temperature drops of a single digit during this period give an understanding of how people have adapted to nature.
The stream flowing from the Chau Chau Kang Nilda mountain irrigates the fields of Langza village, where cropping any crop is difficult.
The region is not blessed with diverse flora due to scanty rainfall but is home to snow leopards, red foxes, and Ibex. Such climatic conditions are a boon for such animals, which require harsh winter climatic conditions.
Credit:Nitish Pathak
Langza Buddha Statue
The Bhuddha statue guarding the tiny hamlet of Langza is the center of attention. In the background snowy peaks, it is believed that the statue is 1000 years old. It sits beside the Langza Gompa, which is an ancient Buddhist temple.
Maps and Location
Located 16 km from Kaza, the village is accessible through 2 sides: Kunzum Pass and Kinnaur Valley.