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Since 1974, when Ladakh first became
accessible to foreign visitors, this high and arid region
has captured the imagination of adventure travelers.
Geographically Ladakh is a western extension of the Tibetan
Plateau, till the beginning of the nineteenth century this
mountainous country was a part of Tibet. This rugged Trans
Himalayan region is wedged between the Himalaya Range and
high windswept Tibetan Plateau. A land where Buddhism is
still practiced throughout consists of chortens and
spectacular monasteries and prayer flag’ fluttering on the
high passes. The Muslim religion is also important in Ladakh,
due to the influence of Kashmir in the west. Ladakh also
often called “Little Tibet gives you a blend of mixed
cultures and religions, which makes it an important element
for attraction as a destination for adventure travel. |
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