Cars defy gravity and roll uphill on steep roads in Ladakh's Magnetic Hill, an intriguing location surrounded by breathtaking Himalayan beauty.
About 30 km from Leh, Ladakh, along the Leh-Kargil Highway, lies the Magnetic Hill, surrounded by breathtaking Himalayan beauty.
The area is a popular tourist attraction due to its rich history, which is frequently connected to folktales and ancient beliefs. When travelling the perilous Himalayan roads, it was thought to be a sacred location.
With a height of around 14,000 feet (4,267 meters) above sea level, this hill provides excellent vistas and a pleasant environment.
The villagers think that while worthless people do not experience any magnetic pull, there is a road on Magnetic Mountain that will lead deserving people to heaven.
In Ladakh, Magnetic Hill gives the impression that cars are travelling uphill when, in reality, they are down a slope.
The surrounding terrain creates an optical illusion that is Magnetic Mountain's magnetic power. The slope's unusual angle tricks the eye and produces a false impression.
Between July and September, when the roads are clean and the weather is optimal for exploration, Magnetic Hill in Ladakh is the best place to go.