The traveling section of “Incredible India“ is a work in progress.
Under “Traveling India“, I am posting the articles as I write them. Soon to come are more impressions from the Indian Himalaya, especially Leh and the Nubra Valley, and from Rajasthan.
You are also referred to my series about The Israeli Phenomenon in India and Point Finger at Polluter, or Who Cleans India
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Shanti Stupa Leh – Art, Views, Temples
Shanti Stupa Leh with adjacent temples, towering over Leh to the north, are magnificent Buddhist modern holy sites. Breathtaking views, beautiful art, Arduous climb. Visit concluded with unstructured luxurious shanti time with chai and momos at a zula down the “Israeli Road’.
Mangyal Tsemo Monastery, Leh – Demons, Flags, Flute
Mangyal Tsemo Monastery in Leh is a great historical-religious site. After a rigorous climb with breathtaking views, you encounter yet another example of Buddhist nature-culture merge – multiple-armed Buddhas and demons, flags and totems.
Leh, Hub of Ladakhi Desert & the Peace Guesthouse
The Peace Guesthouse Leh is a wonderful place to explore the city from – great atsmophere, service. Hub for Ladakh, Leh has it all – scenery, culture, markets and great shopping opportunities.
Leh Ladakh Revisited – Life Galore and Salt in Your Tea
Leh Ladakh, India – enjoying the travellers advantage to the full: food for all tastes, henna art, interesting social encounters, spiritual opportunities, salt in your tea and buying air ticket with cash.
Manali, Himachal Pradesh – The Charm of a Himalayan Village
Manali Himachal Pradesh – a village gem in Himalaya: cozy, friendly accomodations, atmospheric restaurants, beautiful views, nice merge of traveler and local cultures.
Vashisht Village – Hot Springs and Waterfalls
Vashisht didn’t measure up to my expectations, still it was fun to walk up to the famous waterfalls, eat at the Tibetan Cafe to sounds of Israelis playing guitar and singing, dip my toes at the hot springs, emjoy the village atmosphere.