During his northern Udasi, Guru Nanak Dev Ji visited Kargil after Leh and stayed several days near the banks of the Suru River, close to what is now Iqbal Bridge; the place is where he engaged in spiritual practices and meditation.
According to tradition, one night Guru Ji followed a light to a distressed individual, spent three days worshipping, and blessed the person with peace and purpose. Moved, the man dedicated that place to Guru Ji’s memory, giving rise to the Gurdwara whose name means “the lotus like feet that brought transformation” (Charan Kamal)
The site is now maintained by the Indian Army, reflecting its historical importance and continuity of service
Visitor Amenities: Features include tea, Karah Prasad, Langar, the sacred boulder in the Hall, and volunteer-run hospitality
Connectivity: The Leh region (including Nimmu and Kargil) has limited mobile service; several SIMs may not work reliably. Jio and Airtel 4G is available around Leh, but it's sparse at the Gurdwara itself
Best Time to Visit: May to September are ideal—roads open, weather mild, and spectacular Himalayan vistas available
