Darjeeling, Ladakh, Sikkim - Thriving indigenous culture among rugged peaks
Himalayas
The Himalayas are undisputedly the most impressive mountain range in the world. Their snow-capped peaks hold not only life-giving fresh water, but important national parks and cultural touchpoints.
The Himalayas are undisputedly the most impressive mountain range in the world. Their snow-capped peaks hold not only life-giving fresh water, but important national parks and cultural touchpoints.
Why the Himalayas?
The Himalayas are rugged, remote and sparsely populated. People here have close ethnic, linguistic and cultural ties with Tibet – the region feels very different from other parts of India. The Kashmir Valley is one of our favourite places to explore, with turquoise rivers flowing through wildflower-studded meadows during springtime. At Dal Lake, it’s a special treat to stay in a cedar houseboat with the enormous mountain peaks serving as a backdrop.
Crossing the mountain passes from Kashmir to Ladakh, or Little Tibet, is not for the faint of heart. The road twists and turns but is well-worth the effort as the high altitude desert is filled with ancient Buddhist monasteries, stupas and forts. It’s even possible to spot snow leopard in the Hemis National Park during the winter.
Crossing the mountain passes from Kashmir to Ladakh, or Little Tibet, is not for the faint of heart. The road twists and turns but is well-worth the effort as the high altitude desert is filled with ancient Buddhist monasteries, stupas and forts. It’s even possible to spot snow leopard in the Hemis National Park during the winter.
- Mountain scenery unlike anywhere else on the planet.
- Stunning meadow landscapes in the Kashmir Valley.
- Houseboat stays on Dal Lake.
- Buddhist monasteries and forts.
- Snow leopard in Hemis National Park.
Best Places to Stay in Himalayas (Darjeeling, Ladakh, Sikkim)
Snow Leopard Lodge
Ulley is the best place on the planet for snow leopard spotting, and Snow Leopard Lodge is the only specialist accommodation option.
Wildflower Shimla
The Wildflower Hall in Shimla is one of Oberoi’s premier natural retreats, and one of the most luxurious escapes in this breathtaking mountain region.
Chamba Camp, Thiksey
The Thiksey Monastery looms large over the Indus Valley, both physically and culturally speaking. At its foot is the remarkable Chamba Camp.
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