6 reasons to love Ladakh
by You cannot visit Ladakh just once – the pull is so strong that if you have been once, you will want to go again. And …
Tag: Thiksey
Hotels I love: Chamba Camp TUTC
There are those who, when they go camping, want to leave it all behind. And then there are those who want to take it all …
2014 on Itchy Feet
2014 was an eventful year on Itchy Feet, with three new countries and one old favourite. The year started on a lukewarm note, with almost …
Friday photo: Monklings
From a morning at Thiksey monastery – monklings bustling about, mock fights, introspection, laughter and prayers… ~ Also see: Friday photo series ~ Read other …
Friday photo: Thiksey
Just back from a quick trip to Ladakh for review a fabulous new luxury camp – watch out for it in print soon. So, this …
On the monastery trail in Ladakh
Have you ever thought monastery hopping could be wretchedly tiring? After the first three, the head begins to buzz, the eyes glaze over and all …
On the monastery trail in Ladakh-3
Continued from here: After the majestic setting of Lamayuru and Basgo, Spituk seemed to come easy. Very close to Leh, this gompa is home to …
On the monastery trail in Ladakh-2
Continued from here: There was no meal waiting for us when we reached Likir. Instead, we found a deserted courtyard, the monks having taken shelter …