"Brighten My Northern Sky"

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The Title is taken from Nick Drake song 'Northern Sky'. Dying at only 26, he was one of these geniuses only revealed after their death. His autumnal songs fit Ladak's atmosphere like a glove.

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Photos

The Valley near Leh
The contrast between the blue sky, yello mountains, their snowy peaks and the green terraces below is simply amazing

Pangong Lake
This beautiful lake is found 6h from Leh after a 5300m pass and a terrible road. it worths the effort...

Broken Bridge in Leh
The flood incured by the sudden rains caused the collapse of many bridge in the area, including this one inside town.

Japanese Gompa
This pretty Gompa was funded by the Japs, hence the name.

Leh - View from Above
We took this pic from the hill above the palace, a nice ascent in the thin air of Leh.

Khardung La Pass - 5600m
The Indians are helluva road builders! this sign indicates the highest motorable road in the world at 5600m.

Khardung La Pass
5600m above sea-level

Road Frog
The nice stone on way to the pass above Leh

Leh Market
The local ladies sell their home product sometimes consists of 3 carrots and 1 tomato.

Manali-Leh Road
One of the most dangerous road in the world, it swings over cliffs and passed for 2 whole days of terrible jeep ride in an amazing scenary.