Friday, July 23, 2010

Incredible Northern India - Day 7

Day 7 from Nubra Valley back to Leh


Goba Guest House at Nubra Valley.





We take a camel safari at Hunder village.



Leh Panorama from Leh Palace.

The Leh Palace is a smaller version of the Potala Palace in Lhasa, the capital of Tibet. Built in the 17th century for King Singge Namgyal, the Leh Palace was the residence of the Ladkhi royal family till they were sent into exile in Stok in 1830s.



Back to Leh for a late lunch and then take off to Basgo Gompa

40 kilometers downstream from Leh, it was the seat of power of branch of a Namgyal family. It was here in 1680 that invading Mongol and Tibetan armies was held in check over a three year old siege. Original 16th century murals and arts at Basgo are well worth a visit.







Our driver spots a Fox on the opposite hill.


Stay overnight at Liker village.

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