Showing posts with label Ladakh trip. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ladakh trip. Show all posts

Sunday, June 27, 2010

inscribed on my heart...

Once more my mind wanders off to Ladakh, probably because these tibetian chants have been playing on my laptop all day long...


While in Ladakh apart from the sublime fluttering flags seen everywhere, we came across some inscriptions on smooth round rocks and stones. We learnt that these are 'Mani stones' on which 'Om Mani Padme Hum'~ the universal mantra of Avalokiteshvara is inscribed.
These stones are regarded very sacred.
What a beautiful way of remembering Him.

Have a great day!

Saturday, May 22, 2010

my heart goes..Lha~Ri~Sa

Tucked away in one of the by-lanes of Leh, Ladakh is a beautiful Ladakhi family owned boutique resort ~ Lha~Ri~Sa.
Stepping into the property, I was completely taken in by the stunning beauty of the tall poplar trees trying to reach the deep blue heavens.Heaven indeed it was...
Apricot trees were in full bloom...We were welcomed by the very warm and friendly Mr Tashi Motup Kau, who owns and manages Lha-Ri-Sa Resorts and a great steaming cup of ginger tea.
Anything you need to know in Ladakh, about the places to visit, the best trekking options, which monasteries, what to buy, where to buy...

You answer is Mr Tashi Motup.
Lha~ Ri~ Sa has retained the traditional Ladakhi architecture, at the same time blended the convenience and luxury of contemporary design. Huge glass windows allow bright sunlight to warm & brighten every corner of the lovely reception lobby.

One of my favorite spots in the lobby.
The view from our room was amazing. The snow-covered Zanskar mountain range.
We had a great time at the tree house in the property. Chai in the shadow of willow trees was something to remember.
The view of Zanskar range again...*Sigh*

We came back with memories of fresh white mountain air, green willow trees, deep blue skies and the throat warming fragrance of 'Sulemani Chai'...a special concoction to sip in the evenings while discussing the interesting events of the day.

( images by Arch)

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

fluttering prayers...

Considering my current state of my mind is a mish-mash of tibetian chants, lucid dream-like imageries and the physical body still feels the cold rugged mountain air, I am happy that I have one post that I just have to write.

Prayer Flags~

A prayer flag is a small piece of cloth which has Buddhist prayers printed on them and are mostly in a set of 5 colours symbolising the 5 elements of nature.

The whole concept of having prayer flags on rooftops, street corners, near mani walls, on top of gompas or just about in the middle of no-where as silent reminders that 'you are not alone' and with each flutter the prayers are carried with the wind to spread peace and good will...just took my breath away:-)

Here are some photographs of these magical prayer flags spreading the prayers into the wind...



Against the Alchi village skyscape
Prayers flags at Alchi village, Ladakh
Will be back soon after sorting out what next to share with all of you:-)
Enjoy your day!

I'll be posting more from our Ladakh trip here~ Archana Srinivas Photography