Established in 2019, Ladakh became a union territory after the bifurcation of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir into ...

Sham Valley. Photo: iStock 4. Sham Valley Not all Ladakh treks leave you gasping for breath. Sham Valley, also called the 'Baby Trek,' is perfect for beginners. It's an easy route through villages ...

Ice trekking in the Himalayas is the perfect thrill for adventure junkies. The expanse of ice and snow, along with stunning ...

Ancient art, stark beauty, crumbling architecture – and aching calves – are all encountered on a trek through Ladakh’s Markha region Reading Time:6 minutes Why you can trust SCMP Peter Ford ...

Ladakh is always a great place for trekking during the monsoon months, especially in August-September, when the weather is at its warmest in the high passes, and the massive bulk of the Himalaya ...

While half the monsoon is nearly done, there is still all of August and September left to explore the country’s high places, away from the crowds of normal trekking seasons. With this in mind ...