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Ladakh
was continuously pestered by the periodical attacks of the Kashmiri
Muslims in the 16th century until it was finally annexed to their state
in the mid 19th century. One can see distinct influences of the
different visitors to the place in the Ladakhi culture.
Indo-Aryan Mons coming from across the Himalayas brought with them the
North-Indian Buddhism to the Ladakhi highlands, Darads hailing
from the remote western parts of the Himalayas and Baltis of the lower
Indus Valley introduced the concept of farming in the region while the
wandering nomads from Tibet brought the skills of herding to Ladakh.
The History of
Ladakh, the kingdom attained its
greatest geographical extent and glory in the early 17th century under
the famous king Singge Namgyal, whose domain extended across
Spiti and western Tibet right up to the Mayum-la, beyond the sacred
sites of Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar.
We provide history of
Ladakh with complete information
about its appearance. From the middle of the 10th Century, Ladakh was
free kingdom, its family descending from the Kings of Old Tibet. Ladakh
together with the neighboring region of Baltistan, was integrated into
the newly created state of
Jammu & Kashmir, just over a
century later, this union was disturbed by the partition of India,
Baltistan becoming part of Pakistan, while Ladakh stay in India as part
of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Ladakh is a strange land masked in
myth and legend. Much of its ancient history is known only through the
mythology of its people as its written history is of very recent origin.
This Ladakh city has a very good history close on 900 years. As a
monarchy, Ladakh was an independent kingdom with the rulers from the
family of the Kings of old Tibet.
Most Popular Attractions In
Ladakh
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Gompas in Ladakh (Ladakh)
Kashmir Hub offers you a exclusive chance to
explore the Buddhist pilgrimages in Ladakh. Ladakh is basically a high
altitude desert and is one of the most remote regions of the state of
Jammu and Kashmir. There are more than 100 Gompas or monasteries in
Ladakh. |
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Buddha Amarnath
In the north east of Poonch Town is located a very
old temple of Lord Shiva on the left bank of Pulsata stream. The area is
identified as Rajpura Mandi, two kms above Mandi village. |
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Leh Palace
Lording it over the old town
from the peak of a craggy granite ridge is the derelict palace of the
16th century ruler Sengge Namgyal.
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Ladakh Festival -
August
Held by the branch of
Tourism, the Ladakh festival showcases the rich culture of Ladakh. The
festival is marked by dance performances, music shows and much more.
Ladakh is a little known place, and the Ladakh Festivals give outsiders
a chance to recognize the culture of this modern day Shangri La. |
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