Leh, Dec. 21 -- Leh has turned into a white wonderland with its first spell of snow. Thick layers of snow engulfed the place.

Visuals from Leh showed trees completely covered in snow, and houses and fences were also blanketed in snow.

According to IMD (Indian Meteorological Department), Leh recorded a mininum temperature of - 2degC.

Meanwhile, Sonamarg in the Kashmir Valley witnessed the first snowfall of the season on Sunday, covering the region in a thick blanket of white. At the same time, Srinagar continues to experience a persistent cold wave with foggy mornings.

In Sonamarg, Ganderbal district, residents and tourists enjoyed a winter wonderland as snow settled on vehicles, buildings, and roads.

As the snow continued to fall, ma...