Monsoons in Rajasthan offer a pleasant experience as the temperatures tend to drop across the state and the occasional showers transform the arid landscape of Rajasthan giving a new lease of life. No wonder, monsoon palaces have been built by the kings to witness the dance of the clouds and songs have been written praising the beauty of rain.
The Hall of Fame Museum built and maintained by the Indian army in Leh is not just a war memorial but also a face to the rich culture and heritage of the region of Ladakh. Along with many war photographs, armaments and a special section dedicated to the Siachen glacier camp, the museum also has many galleries depicting the food, traditions, customs, and history of Ladakh. No surprise, it has topped the list of 5 Indian museums that featured among the 25 best museums in Asia.
The desolate topography of Ladakh has been an enigma for tourists and travelers alike. The contrasting landscape of Ladakh makes for a great subject for capturing images in monochrome. Here are 15 images of Ladakh in grayscale which prove that the actual beauty of Ladakh lies in its contrasts and not just its colors.
Thanks to the Hotel Ladakh Himalayan Retreat, travelers can now explore the heavenly Ladakh while enjoying the best of comforts and luxury.
No trip to Ladakh is complete without a visit to one of the monasteries dotting its empyrean landscape. Stakna is one of the lesser known monasteries located at a distance of 25 km from Leh. It is perched on a small hill on the banks of Indus river offering panoramic views of the Indus valley.