When backpacking in Ladakh with your family, it’s important to pack essentials that will ensure your comfort and safety in this remote Himalayan region. Here are some essentials to consider: 1. Lightweight backpacks: Choose backpacks that are comfortable to carry for both adults and children, with enough storage space for essentials. Each family member should […]
Ladakh is a foodie haven and when you take your kids there, they will have a gourmet experience for sure. Here is a list of must try foods: 1. Thukpa: A traditional Ladakhi noodle soup that is hearty and nutritious, often made with vegetables and meat. A popular noodle soup made with vegetables, meat (optional), […]
Traveling to Ladakh with kids requires some extra care and preparation due to the high altitude and its impact on health. While travelling with kids to Ladakh, it’s important to take some care and precautions to make the trip enjoyable and safe. Here are some tips to keep in mind: 1. Acclimatization to Ladakh: The high […]
The Diskit Monastery in Ladakh, India, is known for its impressive Maitreya Buddha statue. The Maitreya Buddha statue is a prominent feature of the monastery and is considered one of the largest representations of the future Buddha in Ladakh. It stands at a height of around 32 meters (105 feet) and can be seen from […]
Diskit Monastery, also known as Diskit Gompa, is a remarkable Tibetan Buddhist monastery located in the Nubra Valley of Ladakh, India. Perched on a hill above the picturesque Diskit village, this ancient monastery is a spiritual oasis in the arid landscape of the Himalayan region. The region is home to numerous monasteries, such as Hemis, […]
Traveling to Ladakh via Srinagar, the capital city of Jammu and Kashmir, is a popular and scenic route that offers breathtaking landscapes and cultural experiences. Travelling to Ladakh via Manali is another popular route that offers stunning landscapes and a thrilling road trip experience. Both routes are popular and provide beautiful scenic views, and it ultimately […]
Have you ever been to a place that offers peace, beauty, and spirituality in one package? If not, then you should definitely visit the Shanti Stupa in Leh, Ladakh. It is a stunning white-domed Buddhist monument that stands on a hilltop overlooking the picturesque town of Leh and the majestic Himalayas. It is not only […]
Hunder is a small village in the Nubra Valley, about 150 km from Leh, the capital of Ladakh. To reach Hunder, you have to cross the Khardung La Pass, which is one of the highest motorable roads in the world, at an altitude of 5,359 meters. The journey is scenic and adventurous, but also challenging […]
Taking your kids for their summer holidays to Ladakh can be a great and innovative way to spend the vacation in some of the highest passes in the world. The direct flights to Leh from across India makes it easier for families with children to get to the union territory in North India. Ladakh, located […]
Bactrian camels, scientifically known as Camelus bactrianus, are large mammals native to the deserts of Central Asia. Have you ever wondered what it’s like to ride a camel in the desert? A Bactrian camel are ones with two humps instead of one. They are quite different from the dromedary camels that you see in Africa […]