Title:Ladak Physical Statistical and Historical with Notices of the Surrounding Countries
ISBN:9788177693294
Author:Alexander Cunningham
Publisher:Pilgrims Publishing
Publish Year:2005
Edition:Reprinted Edition
Cover:Hard Back
Subject:Ladakh | Religion | Trek/Travel/Travel account
Language:English
Remarks:Colour and B&W Illustrations and Glossary.
Pages:483
Size:195 x 253 mm
Weight(gms):1265
Price:USD 12.00
Ladak, more commonly spelt Ladakh, today is still a land of considerable mystique. At the crossroads of Asia its barren landscapes, mountains and passes have long been a focus for trade, exploration and religion. From the plains of India to the high plateau of Tibet, to Chinese Turkestan, the Pamirs and The Hindu Kush, all routes converge on the Ladakhi capital of Leh.
This Book is part travelogue but more a handbook about the geography, climate, culture and life of the people, their trade, housing, Farming and religion. Historical facts and background detail about Buddhism in particular give a very informative perspective on Ladakh.