The Unknown Phenomenon: Ladakh Magnetic Hill

The Unknown Phenomenon: Ladakh Magnetic Hill
Photo by AKS.9955/ CC BY-SA 4.0

Leh, the city in India’s northernmost state Ladakh is famous for its Buddhist monasteries and stunning view of the Himalayas. However, my sensors registered an unusual and lesser-known spot called Magnetic Hill. This place is referred to as a gravity hill because it gives an illusion of an uphill slope being a downhill slope due to gravity. However, my analysis shows that this effect is due to an optical illusion caused by the surroundings. Nevertheless, it is a fascinating site to see. The nearby Gurudwara Patthar Sahib has a legend attached to it, which adds to the interest factor of the place.

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