Explore Rich Buddhist Culture of Ladakh Himalaya - Sight-Seeing Tour leh ladakh Kashmir India
Home Destinations Asia India Kashmir Ladakh Sight-Seeing Tour Explore Rich Buddhist Culture of Ladakh Himalaya
Listing #RA-1129641
 Contact Info
 View Map |
- Our Many of the annual festivals of the Gompas take place in winter, which is a relatively idle time for majority of the people. These take the form of dance-dramas in the g ompa courtyards. Lamas, attired in colorful robes and wearing masks.
Sight-Seeing Tour leh ladakh Kashmir India
|
Starting at US $1,050 Person |
|
|
Click For Free Quote
|
|
|
Looking for something different? |
|
Photo Gallery
Explore Rich Buddhist Culture of Ladakh Himalaya
View all 7 photos
Send an e-card
Reservations & Information
Explore Rich Buddhist Culture of Ladakh Himalaya
Description
Explore Rich Buddhist Culture of Ladakh Himalaya
Description of Activity/Tour
Trip Length: 12 days. Destinations: Ladakh Himalaya ( India ) Activities: Cultural Exploration Date: 10th December 2007 How Ladakh got its New Year: This New Year festival has an interesting history. In the 17th century, King Jamyang Namgyal decided to lead an expedition against the Balti forces during winter. He was advised that any expedition before the New Year would be inauspicious. Like Alexander's solution was direct and simple. He advanced the New Year celebrations by two months, establishing a tradition that people still follow celebrating Losar on the first day of the eleventh month of every year. Blending Buddhism with Bonism: Losar is the most elaborate of all the socio-religious events of Ladakh. It involves the entire population of the region. Interestingly, the rites and rituals are a mixture of Buddhist and the pre-Bhuddhist Bon religious practices. Preparations start by the end of the harvest period when people start stocking provisions, sheep and goats for the customary feasts as well as grain for brewing 'chang' (a local barley beer). New clothes and jewellery are kept ready for the occasion.
Age range, type of group
Minimum Group: 6 PaxMaximum Group:15 Pax
Sleeping and meals
During tour: Include all meals twin share basis.
Restrictions
Reservation for this tour will open till November 15th 2007.
Rates
Lights and Feasting: The festivities start on the 29th day of the 10th months with the illumination of buildings and shrines. Sheep and goats reserved for the occasion are ritually slaughtered to begin the series of evening feasts for all relatives by rotation. Ritual and Warmth: The New Year day itself starts with the offering of votives and greetings to various gods, elders, relatives and friends. Afterwards, the elders await the customary visitors who come to greet the family with presents and 'Khatak' (ceremonial) scarf). The younger members go out to visit other families. Leh and its adjoining villages wear a carnival look as people come out in their colourful best. It is customary for the Muslims and Christian in Leh to visit their Buddhist friends and greet them on the eve of Losar. Guardians of Prosperity : Images of ibex and other auspicious symbols are put on the door, walls of the kitchen and the top-end of is central wooden column. The ibex is a symbol of fertility and is believed to bring prosperity. Small images of ibex moulded from dough are arranged on kitchen shelves to add to the good luck. The procession of fire: In the evening, the 'Metho' ceremony takes place. The bazaars of Leh and the streets of villages get lit up as processions bearing flaming torches pass through with the people chanting slogans to chase out evil spirits and hungry ghosts - the result of bad Karma (one's deeds). Whirling torches create a fantastic display of fire and light. At the end of it all, the torches are thrown well outside the town to bid farewell to the old year and to welcome the new one. Galddan Namchot: Tsongkhapa's Birthday and Buddhahood: This socio-religious event is celebrated to observe the birthday and the Buddhahood or Tsongkhapa - the Tibetan saint-scholar who founded the Gelukpa school of Tibetan Buddhism during the 14th century. The Gelukpa school later developed as the dominant monastic order in Central Tibet . The festivities include illumination of all monastic, public and residential buildings throughout Ladakh.Namchot heralds the beginning of the New Year celebrations, which continue till the festival of Dosmoche. During this festival, it is customary to prepare various varieties of the traditional dish, 'Thukpa' in every home to be served to visiting friends and relatives to mark celebration of the festival.
Discounts Offered
If goup member more then 10 person: but contact us in details for discount.
Reviews & Comments
Explore Rich Buddhist Culture of Ladakh Himalaya
Rate this Listing
1
2
3
4
5
|
| Date | Rating | Reviews By RealAdventures Members |
|
May 06, 2008 03:19 am By: John |
|
Best of Himalaya tour Hi! The best of description about Tibetan Buddhism in Ladakh and it cultural. |
Read All Reviews (1)
Write A Review
Listing Address
Listing Name & AddressExplore Rich Buddhist Culture of Ladakh Himalaya
Moonlight Travels
debi tou,
zangsti,
leh ladakh , India 194101
India
|
Starting at US $1,050 Person |
|
Link Codes
Add This Listing To Your Site
Add this listing to your website, CraigsList, Lycos, Backpage, MySpace or elsewhere. More Link Options
|
Link Code |
Also Of Interest
|
Travel India this way - Kashmir Online Kashmir web portal is everything about Kashmir, we offer all the information about Kashmir houseboats ,travel kashmir, Hotels in kashmir, Sightseeing,... Tour: Sight-Seeing Tour > Kashmir: Srinagar > India |
US $100 Person |
|
|
Ladakh Motorcycle Adventure Premier adventure touring company in India offering guided motorcycle tours to the most exotic destinations in the subcontinent - the Himalayas, Rajas... Tour: Motorcycle > Kashmir: Ladakh > India |
US $150 Night |
|
|
Hotel Grand Dragon(4 Star Dlx.),Leh-Land of Lamas 53 Well furnished& Decorated Rooms & Royal Suites,Only Centrally Heated Hotel in Ladakh with an Elevator ( Lift ),Open Round the Year,24 Hrs Room Serv... Accommodation: Bed & Breakfasts > Kashmir: Ladakh > India |
US $80 Night |
|
|
KASHMIR the paradise at BLOOMING DALE BLOOMING DALE(hotel) an ideal accommodation located in the heart of Srinagar admist lush green lawn,cozy rooms with posh baths.Exotic food served with... Accommodation: Bed & Breakfasts > Kashmir: Srinagar > India |
US $35 Night/Room |
|
|
Enjoy Kashmiri Hospitality in Srinagar Stay in the peaceful environs of Hotel Holy Night located minutes away from picturesque Dal Lake. One of the leading budget hotels in Srinagar, our r... Accommodation: Hotels & Resorts > Kashmir: Srinagar > India |
US $40 Night |
|
|
Trekking,Expedition and Family Holiday in Ladakh. Our company organise complete package tour and trekking in ladakh and Zanskar from 7 days to 30 days tour which include trekking,culural tour, Nature,... Active: Hiking & Trekking > Kashmir: Ladakh > India |
US $1,250 Person |
|
|
Markha Valley Trek in ladakh Duration: 13 Days; Grade: Moderate to Strenuous ; Season: 15th June - 15th October High and arid region; region between Ladakh and Zanskar; large ... Active: Hiking & Trekking > Kashmir: Ladakh > India |
550 Euro Person |
|
| Accommodations Elsewhere In India | Rate | ||
|
Hotel Sri Nanak Continental A 3star amenities hotel in New Delhi ,India with designer decor rooms to suit all budget.All well furnished rooms with attach bathroom, color TV,Fridg... Accommodation: Hotels & Resorts > Delhi: New Delhi > India |
US $63 Night/Room |
|
|
heritage palace umaid bhawan is a old heritage palace converted into a house hotel which is runed by the family and is home away from home to the guest .... Accommodation: Hotels & Resorts > Rajasthan: Jaipur > India |
US $50 Night |
|
|
KARTHIKA PLAZA TOURIST RESORT We are located at Varkala,kerala,India, near famous Varkala Papanasam beach &cliff.Very clean , safe and quiet place with full of greenery. Facilities... Accommodation: Hotels & Resorts > Kerala: Thiruvananthapuram > India |
US $25 Night/Room |
|
| Vacation Ideas Elsewhere In India | Rate | ||
|
Tour & Treks in Darjeeling, Sikkim, Nepal, Bhutan R.P.Travels has been established in 2004 with network offices in Kolkata,Delhi,Guwahati (Assam). The C.E.O. has an experience of more than 15 years in... Tour: Sight-Seeing Tour > West Bengal: Darjeeling > India |
US $55 Night |
|
|
Horsebacksafaris and Ridingholidays in Rajasthan Princess Trails is a family business in the romantic city of Udaipur, organising Horsback Safaris and Riding Holidays in Rajasthan. Ride through moun... Active: Horseback Riding > Rajasthan: Udaipur > India |
US $250 Night |
|
|
Paragliding Adventure Getaway in India Nirvana Adventures runs training programs in paragliding at Kamshet ( 3 hours from mumbai on the mumbai pune highway) 12 km ahead of lonavala. Our cou... Airborne: Paragliding > Maharashtra: Pune > India |
350 Euro Event |
|
Explore Rich Buddhist Culture of Ladakh Himalaya
|
Starting at US $1,050 Person |
|
|
Home Destinations (126843) Asia (13646) India (1768) Kashmir Ladakh (7) Sight-Seeing Tour (1) |
Search Results
Home
Destinations (126843)
Asia (13646)
India (1768)
Kashmir Ladakh (7)
Sight-Seeing Tour (1)
Explore Rich Buddhist Culture of Ladakh Himalaya
Featured Listings
Tour & Treks in Darjeeling, Sikkim, Nepal, Bhutan
Horsebacksafaris and Ridingholidays in Rajasthan
Hotel Sri Nanak Continental
heritage palace
KARTHIKA PLAZA TOURIST RESORT
Wanderlust Travels Pvt Ltd
Paragliding Adventure Getaway in India
An Heritage Homestay at the Harbor mouth of Cochin
Professionally managed hotel
Luxurious Heritage Haveli in Jaisalmer Fort
1768 More Listings In India...
Advertisers
Home Destinations (126843) Asia (13646) India (1768) Kashmir Ladakh (7) Sight-Seeing Tour (1) Explore Rich Buddhist Culture of Ladakh Himalaya
India Vacations
Top Destinations (126,843)
India Vacations (1,768)
Sight-Seeing Tour (536)
India Sight-Seeing Tour (27)
Top Destinations (126,843) India Vacations (1,768) Sight-Seeing Tour (536) India Sight-Seeing Tour (27)- Accommodation
- Bed & Breakfasts (159)
- Campgrounds/RV Parks (9)
- Health Spas/Retreats (2)
- Hotels & Resorts (1390)
- Vacation Rentals (20)
- Youth Hostels (82)
- Active
- Bike Tours (1)
- Hiking & Trekking (10)
- Horseback Riding (2)
- Motorcycle Touring (1)
- Multi-Sport (1)
- Airborne
- Paragliding (2)
- Rock Climbing (1)
- Attraction
- Cruises
- Educational
- Cooking Schools (1)
- Folk Medicine (1)
- History (1)
- Language School (1)
- Nature
- Camel Riding (1)
- EcoTour (3)
- Wildlife/Safari (7)
- Organizations
- Professional (1)
- Travel Club (1)
- Rental
- Car (2)
- Service
- Tourism Center (2)
- Travel Agency (13)
- Snow & Ski
- Style & Spirit
- Students (1)
- Thrill Seekers (1)
- ur (42)
- Tour
- Motorcycle (9)
- Sight-Seeing Tour (27)
- Travel Guides
- Articles (6)
- Official Info (2)
- Water Sports
- Rafting (2)
Featured Listings
Tour & Treks in Darjeeling, Sikkim, Nepal, Bhutan Horsebacksafaris and Ridingholidays in Rajasthan Hotel Sri Nanak Continental heritage palace KARTHIKA PLAZA TOURIST RESORT Wanderlust Travels Pvt Ltd Paragliding Adventure Getaway in India An Heritage Homestay at the Harbor mouth of Cochin Professionally managed hotel Luxurious Heritage Haveli in Jaisalmer Fort 1768 More Listings In India...Advertisers
Sponsors(Become A Sponsor) |
||||
|
 |
 |
 |
|
Home | About Us | Advertise | Affiliates | Blog | Links & Resources | Support
Disclaimer: Information provided through RealAdventures website, newsletters, e-mails or other services has been provided directly by the companies and/or individuals owning or offering the products/services. RealAdventures does not guarantee or warranty the accuracy of the information contained herein. It is the sole responsibility of the user to ensure the accuracy and clarity of any posted material and to determine the suitability of any service for their particular needs or requirements. Likewise, it is the responsibility of advertisers to determine the suitability and credit worthiness of potential customers prior to any transaction.
Copyright © 1998-2008 RealAdventures. All Rights Reserved.