India, Aug. 18 -- Ladakh Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta on Sunday said his administration is planning to develop Siachen, the world's highest battlefield, and Galwan valley as new tourism attractions in the Union Territory.

He said Ladakh is "far more beautiful than Switzerland" and has the potential to emerge as the world's most sought-after tourism destination.

"Siachen and Galwan are being developed to promote tourism, thereby offering visitors a unique opportunity to witness the unmatched natural beauty as well as the spirit of courage and sacrifice associated with Ladakh's frontier regions," Gupta said at a felicitation programme organised by Bharat Vikas Parishad here.

He vowed to promote various types of tourism, including adventur...