Ladakh Himalayan Buddhist Kingdom

Ladakh, declared a union territory of India on the 31 October 2019 by the Government of India, is one of the most famous places on earth for its breathtaking landscapes, the crystal clear skies, the highest mountain passes, thrilling adventure activities, Buddhist Monasteries and festivals. Earlier, it was a part of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The new Union Territory of Ladakh includes the districts of Leh and Kargil as well as the districts - now in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir - of Gilgit, Gilgit Wazrat and Chillas. Nicholas Eakins, the author, has been exploring and capturing this Himalyan range, God's wonder, through his camera for the last 32 years. He has touched on the scenic beauty of the landscapes besides the colourful lives of the wonderful people of Ladakh. He recapitulates his years of experience and understanding of the entire region through his lens in this book, an exclusive collection of pleasing, spectacular and stunning photographs. For sure, this photographic journey will interest tourists, academics, researchers and scholars of geopolitics alike.

Binding Hardbound, Language English