Magnetic Hill

Magnetic Hill

4.4 (772 Reviews)
Free
Type: Sightseeing
Closing Days: Open all days
Suitable for: All
Timings: 08:00-17:00
Time Required: 1.0 hr
Best Time to Visit: All Season
Travel Tips:
If you're Self driving to this Location, Then, Kindly apply for an Inner Line Permit (ILP) on the official website of the LAHDC (Leh Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council) Charges: ₹420

Magnetic Hill, Leh-Ladakh Overview

Experience the Unique Phenomenon of Magnetic Hill in Leh-LadakhHave you ever seen a vehicle, moving in the opposite direction against the law of gravity? Well, it's true! Join us on your visit to Leh-Ladakh, and experience the unique and mysterious phenomenon of Magnetic Hill, where vehicles move against the force of gravity with its magnetic powers. This famous spot is located 30 km from Leh, Ladakh, at an elevation of 14000 ft above sea level and it is one of the most visited tourist attractions of the Himalayan City.Magnetic Hill is a gravity hill, which is a kind of optical illusion, where motorists witness their vehicles, moving in the opposite direction due to a slight downward slope and magnetic effects.

This phenomenon of magnetic force attracts the motorists and heightens their curiousness to witness their vehicles moving upwards with apparent ease against the law of gravity.Although the exact reason behind this mysterious phenomenon is still unknown, one of the theories suggests the effect to be because of the surrounding hills that create an illusion of ground moving in an upward direction towards the opposite end.

People also believe that the Hill has huge magnetic powers and the surrounding mountains and glaciers might be acting as magnetic pulls that give the illusion offorce of repulsion that makes cars and trucks appear to move uphill.On reaching the Magnetic Hill, experience the unique phenomenon and start your vehicle when the engine is switched off. Feel the pull of power in your vehicle and sense the force of its magnetic power! Also, take high-quality pictures with the best impression that leave youspeechless and astonished.To make the most of this experience, take an experienced and licensedlocal guide with you to keep you safe and answer any questions you may have about the unique phenomenon and its purpose.Discover the infinite power of nature at Magnetic Hill and make your journey to Leh-Ladakh an experience to remember!

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