After the spectacular ride over the high Himalayan passes, we spent one week in Leh and enjoyed the rich Tibetan culture and the scenic nature in the high plateau of Ladakh. Zofia wanted to ride further northeast to the Chinese/Tibetan border over the Umling la pass (5880m), but that was definitely too much for the …
It was a difficult decision to take the road from Manali to Leh. Its average elevation is more than 4.000m and its highest point is 5.328m. My van is not made for this altitude, and internet research and most other experienced overlanders recommended not to go. But I decided to give it a try. And …
Since I can think I have a very strong connection to India. I was only four years old when my parents brought me the first time to this diverse country in 1983. Also my father had a powerful connection to India. He traveled extensively around the country, studied the culture and religion and spent …