Ladakh pre-trek

During the summer of 2006 Jamie and team trekked the Markha Valley to Nimaling, one of my favourite places.
We spend a few days acclimatizing in and around Leh (3450m) prior to trekking.

This is part of our Markha Valley series.

We run great treks - see Our treks.

Studying at Alchi

Peace at Alchi - Jamie

The ruins of Basgo, a World Heritage site - Jamie

Basgo

And Basgo from the road when driving away - Jamie

stupa fields

A typical Ladakh scene at Phiang, less than an hours drive from Leh - Jamie

Buddha

The giant Buddha at Thikse - Jamie

butter lamp

A butter lamp - Jamie

thistle in india

Yes, thistles grow in Ladakh, and stupas, it seems - Jamie