Ladakh: the Essential Guide: Including Kashmir & Manali (2014)
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| Rating | : | 4.69 (856 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 819032702X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 277 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-10-24 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Based in Calcutta, India, he has trekked all across the Himalayas, from Ladakh to Himachal and Uttarkhand, from Nepal to Sikkim and Arunachal, usually accompanied by his wife Shoma, and occasionally his sister Shuvra. . Partha S Banerjee, is a journalist, travel writer and photographer for whom the Himalayas has been a lifelong passion
Great book Elena The author gives you very useful information for the trip to Ladakh and Kashmir. Very good pictures! A must for the traveler to high country!
There are extensive sections on Zanskar, Nubra, and the Pangong-Tsomoriri lakes, besides a chapter on the treks in Ladakh. Apart from a foldout map of the Ladakh-Kashmir region at the back, there are some 25 other maps in the books, and about 270 colour photographs.. Also included is a detailed introduction to Tibetan Buddhism and a section on the people and history of Ladakh. Detailed explanatory descriptions of the regions' famous Buddhist monasteries and other sights besides the stupendous road journeys to Ladakh from Manali and Kashmir, with entire sections on these two regions. Comprehensive, illustrated guidebook to the magical land of Ladakh in the far north of India, beyond the Himalayas. Up to date information on hotels and transport and practical advice on planning and budgeting your trip
"Valuablebrings together a lot of material which you won't otherwise find in one place," recommends Outlook Traveller, India's leading travel magazine