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Ladakh Bradt Travel Guide

The Ladakh Bradt Travel Guide is your key to discovering the stunning wilderness of Ladakh, Jammu, and the Kashmir Valley – this newly revised third edition is the only standalone English-language guide to this breathtaking region.  While Ladakh grows in popularity, Zanskar, the Kashmir Valley, and Jammu remain off the beaten path, offering a treasure trove of natural beauty and cultural wonders for adventurous travelers.

Inside, you’ll find:

• Epic Himalayan Beauty: Experience awe-inspiring landscapes and vibrant communities shaped by thousands of years of history.
• Diverse Attractions: Explore architectural marvels, pilgrimage sites, and wildlife, including the elusive snow leopard.
• Unique Experiences:
  • Gaze at the world’s highest views from Khardung La pass.
  • Stroll through the misty Shalimar Gardens in Srinagar.
  • Trek new routes in Ladakh and Zanskar.
  • Marvel at the rock-cut Buddhas of Kargil (7th-8th centuries).
  • Enjoy a shikara ride on Srinagar’s lotus-filled lakes.
  • Relax on a houseboat or join monks for candlelit prayers at Thiksey Monastery.
• Adventure Awaits:
  • White-water raft on the Indus River.
  • Watch the Mughal Road Car Rally.
  • Navigate thrilling jeep trails.
  • Follow Hindu pilgrims to Amarnath Cave.
  • Ski pristine powder in remote wilderness.
• 40 stunning colour photos
• 26 detailed maps

Let this guide illuminate your journey through this fascinating and rewarding region!