Dear Traveler,

Welcome to Virsa, where every corner whispers tales of heritage and every moment spent is an immersive journey into the soul of Baltistan.

Nestled in Turtuk, the last village of India, where the majestic Karakoram range meets the babbling Shyok River, and lush green farmlands sway in harmony with the buckwheat fields, we invite you to experience a haven of culinary and hospitality, where you’d least expect it.

As the Urdu-Farsi-Arabic term it derives from, Virsa is a boutique hotel reviving ‘heritage’ & reclaiming lost-royalty from the heart of Baltistan. It is a tale of times now quaid in dusty books & human hearts, of 1971, when the village became part of India during a border-skirmish.

More than just a boutique hotel, Virsa is an ally of history that stands as a testament to the glorious cultural legacy of this wondrous mountainous region which is home to the Balti community.

It is where the mindful architecture seamlessly blends with modern comfort. It is sustainably curated with a deep passion for preserving the rich heritage of Baltistan. The vernacular architecture featuring no-machine materials mirrors traditional Balti houses that were built by borrowing from nature.

Wake up to the sight of sentinel-like mountains, bucolic fields stretching as far as the eye can see, gleeful orchards, and smiling faces radiating warmth and love. Each moment spent at Virsa is an invitation to create new memories while cherishing old traditions.