Leh has added a new high-altitude attraction with the unveiling of twin flower fields at an elevation of around 10,600 feet. The Ladakh administration inaugurated the fields at Choglamsar and Stakna on September 17, describing them as the world’s highest-altitude twin flower fields. Spread across nearly 40 acres, the two sites contain more than 25 lakh high-value flowers, mainly Lilium and Gladiolus. The project is designed not only for visitors but also to promote commercial floriculture, agricultural diversification and new livelihood opportunities in Ladakh.What Makes Leh Flower Fields Special?The twin fields stand out because of their altitude, scale and focus on commercial flower cultivation. Located at about 10,600 feet, the Choglamsar and Stakna sites represent a large-scale attempt to grow high-value ornamental flowers in Leh’s challenging mountain environment. Officials say the project can also become a model for farmers and young people interested in floriculture.The fields are located at Choglamsar and Stakna in Leh.They cover approximately 40 acres together.More than 25 lakh flowers have been planted.Around 24 lakh are Lilium and one lakh are Gladiolus.The sites are situated at an altitude of about 10,600 feet.High-Altitude Floriculture Takes ShapeThe Choglamsar field was developed within about two months, with plantation beginning on July 16. The first flowers started blooming during the first week of September, showing that the project had reached the flowering stage within the planned period. The Stakna site was planted later, with its first Lilium blooms expected around the end of October.The project focuses heavily on Lilium, a commercially valuable cut flower, along with Gladiolus and plans for other ornamental varieties. The Choglamsar site is also intended to function as a training and demonstration centre where farmers and young people can learn modern cultivation, scientific farming and post-harvest techniques.Gardens Open To VisitorsThe flower fields were inaugurated by Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on September 17. The inauguration coincided with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 76th birthday and was presented as part of a wider effort to promote agricultural diversification and livelihood opportunities in the Union Territory.The Choglamsar flower park is opening to the public from September 18. Officials have set an entry fee of ₹25 for adults and ₹10 for children, with the revenue intended for maintenance and upkeep. Beyond tourism, the administration plans to use the facility as a practical platform for developing commercial floriculture skills.Key HighlightsTwin flower fields have been unveiled in Leh at 10,600 feet.Choglamsar and Stakna are spread across nearly 40 acres.The fields contain more than 25 lakh high-value flowers.Lilium accounts for around 24 lakh of the flowers.Choglamsar will serve as a training and demonstration centre.The flower garden opens to visitors from September 18.Ladakh Expands FloricultureThe twin flower fields mark a new direction for agriculture in Ladakh, where high-altitude conditions create different challenges for cultivation. The administration intends to use the project to introduce farmers and youth to commercial floriculture and improved post-harvest practices. If the model proves workable, officials have indicated that similar projects could be developed elsewhere in Ladakh.The initiative therefore combines tourism with agriculture and skill development. With thousands of flowers already blooming at Choglamsar and more expected at Stakna later this year, the project is set to become both a visitor attraction and a demonstration site for high-altitude flower cultivation.Disclaimer: This article is provided for news and knowledge purposes only and is based on publicly available information and statements from the Ladakh administration and reported sources.
