Pangong Lake Marathon. (Image: Instagram)
\n\nLadakh has once again turned the frozen surface of Pangong Tso into a running track, hosting what is known as the world's highest frozen lake marathon. The race will be held on the frozen surface of Pangong Tso on February 24 and 25, 2027, and registrations are now open.
\n\nThe event is organised by the Adventure Sports Foundation of Ladakh (ASFL). It holds a special place in the running world, as its first edition on February 20, 2023, set a Guinness World Record as the highest-altitude frozen lake marathon, held at 4,273 metres above sea level.
\n\nThe full marathon, also on February 24, will cover the classic distance of 42.195 km on the frozen lake, with separate categories for men and women. Only runners above 18 years can sign up, and they will be selected based on their past running experience at high altitudes.
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\n\nThe half marathon covers 21.9 km and is meant for regular marathon runners. It is also open only to those above 18. The 5 km Run for Fun is open to people of all ages who want…
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