Photography
expedition to Leh ,Ladakh.
“There is a brief moment when all there
is in a man's mind and soul and spirit is reflected through his eyes,
his hands, his attitude. This is the moment to record.” - Yousuf
Karsh
Life Away from Life plans
an exclusive jeep safari across Ladakh for all aspiring-amateur photographers
interested in experimental Travel Photography.
Ladakh is often called 'Little Tibet'. Since it is located north of the
main Himalayan range, it receives little rainfall. The scenery is stark
and dramatic - deep gorges, snow-capped mountains, contorted strata, beautiful
Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, mud-brick houses in oasis-like villages
and grand distances. The way of life in Ladakh shows us that another way
of life -- a kinder and gentler one -- is possible.
Life Away From Life feels
to step into a moonland! - Ladakh, in the months of May 2011 to September
2011
So all interested individuals simply grab your cameras (professional camera
not required) and get the best opportunity to capture different aspects
of Ladakh Himalayas in different forms and moods! We would travel into
the realms of life capturing moments that finally make a good photograph.
Let us explore more about photography through informal discussions and
practical experimentation during this unique Jeep safari across Ladakh.
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Details:
Trip dates
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May – 14th, 21st, 28th
June – 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
July – 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
August – 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
Sept – 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
Excursion Cost : Ex Manali
To be mailed on request.
Cost includes
All transportation ex Manali in non a/c vehicle, accomodation without
meals, guide,permits , monument fees
Cost not include
Travel to manali and back .All meals, extra expenses like drinks,tips,medical
and travel insurance, video camera fee, beverages etc.
Contact for participation
Prateek Deo
cell: 9869158351
email : prateekdeo@gmail.com
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trip to Leh - Ladakh
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Note : The itinerary is tentative and subject to change.
Delhi to Manali:
Reach Delhi in the morning leave in the evening overnight bus journey
(14 hrs)
Day 1: MANALI
TO KEYLONG
Early morning leave for Leh by private vehicle.
Halt for the night at Keylong in a hotel.
Day 2: KEYLONG
Leave early morning for Leh
Reach Leh by late evening and check in a Hotel.
Day 3: ACCLIMATIZING
DAY
Complete rest till afternoon to acclimatize to the arid high altitude
of Leh (3100 mts)
Evening walk around Leh colorful market
Sight seeing to Shanti Stupa
Overnight in the Hotel
Day 4: MONASTERIES
VISIT
Full day of sightseeing, visiting the three most important monasteries
of Ladakh - Hemis Gompa, Thiksey Gompa and Shey Palace.
Hemis is one of the largest and wealthiest monasteries in Ladakh
and houses about 150 monks. The Gompa, nestled in a gorge and surrounded
by dramatic mountain scenery, was built in the 18th century and
houses a wide range of beautiful frescoes, thankas, Buddha statues
and an excellent library. On the way back to Leh, we visit the superbly
situated, 16th century, Thiksey Gompa, which is perched on a hill
top. The Gompa houses an important collection of Tibetan-style books,
a huge Buddha statue and some excellent works of art. Last stop
is the ruined Shey Palace, once the summer palace of the pre-Tibetan
kings. The palace monastery houses a large, bronze, blue haired
Buddha statue.
Back to Leh. Overnight in the Hotel
Day 5: PANGONG
TSO VISIT, VIA CHANGLA PASS
Pangong Tso can be reached in a short drive from Leh, most of it
on a rough and dramatic mountain road. The road traverses the third-highest
pass in the world, the Changla pass, where army sentries and a small
teahouse greet visitors.Two thirds of the length of this lake falls
in the People’s Republic of China. It is 5 km wide at its
broadest point. In winter, the lake freezes completely despite being
salt water.
Drive back to Leh. Overnight in the Hotel
Day 6: KHARDUNGLA
PASS AND MAGNETIC HILL
Drive to the exhilarating Khardungla Pass (5600m.), the highest
point of our journey. The views from the top are spectacular; extending
to the south across the Indus Valley to the seemingly endless peaks
and ridges of the Zanskar range. To the north, the views of the
mighty peaks of the Saser Massif are amazing.
In the Afternoon leave for Magnatic Hill (on Srinagar Highway)
Back to Leh and stay in the Hotel.
Day 7: LEH TO
MANALI
Catch a early morning Maxi-cab to Manali
Please
Note : The itinerary is tentative and subject to change.
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