Travelettes

Himalayas

The Travelettes Guide to Ladakh, India: The Epitome of Himalayan Scenic Beauty

March 7, 2018

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Modern life can sometimes feel like running on a treadmill until you get a chance to gasp for breath, but a little quality time in the lap of the serene Himalayas can help you rediscover inner peace. This was the choice I made; trading my laptop for a backpack, I boarded a flight to a place where your shadow is your only companion: Ladakh, India. My trav[...]

On a Himalayan Adventure: The Story Of the Snow Leopard

October 19, 2016

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Himalayas, Mountains, Personal Stories

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There are only 3.000 to 6.000 snow leopards estimated to be alive today - they are an endangered species. By some conservative estimates, you would be 10 times more likely to be struck by a lightning than have the absolute luck of seeing the majestic snow leopard. Serken (which is the traditional name of the snow leopard) is considered to be a symbol of God.[...]