The land of many passes, desolate moonscapes, barren rocks, mystical Gompas, spectacular summer festivals, geographical terrains and a unique life-style. Sometimes referred to as "Moon Land" it derives its name from "La Tags" in Tibetan. Enshrined in glorious history and abounding in monasteries, Ladakh is among the most beautiful places in the world and also among the most elevated regions at 3513 Mts. above Sea level. Situated on the western end of the Himalayas, Ladakh has