Bradt's Ladakh Jammu and Kashmir remains the only standalone guide in English available to
this stunning region of mountain wilderness and lush valleys. Although Ladakh is becoming an
ever more popular destination Zanskar the Kashmir Valley and Jammu are still off the beaten
path and full of wonders waiting to be discovered. This book is the ideal companion to these
contrasting and spellbinding regions whether you want to white-water raft on the Indus travel
in a jeep along nerve- wracking mountain roads relax on a houseboat explore Buddhist culture
in tucked away Ladakhi monasteries or hike over the high passes. Fully updated this new
edition includes chapters on background and practical information and a dedicated chapter on
trekking with nine easy-to-follow chapters covering the whole area including Leh The Suru
Valley and Zanskar Srinagar and Gulmarg The Kashmir Valley and Jammu amongst others. New for
this edition are additional trekking information and trekking maps plus new travel routes.
Ladakh Zanskar and the Kashmir Valley have long astounded visitors with their epic Himalayan
beauty. Marvel at the views from the roof of the world at the breathless Khardung La mountain
pass stroll through Eden-like Shalimar gardens trek remote mountain trails through Ladakh and
Zanskar take a shikara ride across the lotus bedecked lakes of Srinagar and join the Buddhist
monks at Thiksey Monastery for early morning prayers by candlelight. Other highlights include
the Buddhas of Kargil the Mughal Road Mubarak Mandi and the houseboats of Srinagar. Whatever
your interest Bradt's Ladakh Jammu and Kashmir is an indispensable guide.
