While North India braces up for the scorching sun of the summers, Life in a Cold Desert of Ladakh has its own flair of a lazy elegance. The harmonious existence with nature inspires a sustainable living of unrivalled texture. The life therein hasn’t been immune to modern influences. Brokpas are tribal people living in the famous Aryan Valley of Ladakh. They are less in numbers but their unique efforts in conserving and showcasing their culture in their own homely setups has been attracting visitors in numbers. Here are a few glimpses of the same… Magpie belongs to Corvidae Family of…
Author: Nazir Makhom
Every spring, nature bestows a touch of elegant lustre on some lands. If Japan has cherry blossom to cover it in petite charm, Ladakh gets its place of pride from the dewy freshness of the Apricot blooms. The festivals meant to cherish these incredible expressions of nature celebrate the spirit of life. Chuli Mendoq or Apricot Blossom Festival is one such festivity that was celebrated with traditional zest and zeal in Turtuk and Tyakshi villages of Nubra valley, Leh Ladakh on 12th and 13th of April this year. The celebration was the part of 12 day festival organised by Department…