Ladakhi Collection

India, Ladakh, Thiksey. The immense and beautifully gilded Maitreya Buddha in the Chamkhang temple at Thiksey Monastery

Lama Dance at Jummoo, performed before the Prince of Wales...1876. Creator: W. H. O
Lama Dance at Jummoo, performed before the Prince of Wales, from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876....a weird terrible performance of Lamas from Thibet...[there were] four large brazen

Ladak, the Capital of Little Thibet: Party of Punjaub Irregulars, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Ladak, the Capital of Little Thibet: Party of Punjaub Irregulars, 1857. This strangely-built town is situated in a district which becomes interesting in connection with our war with Persia

"Prayer Wheel" in Cashmere, 1857. Creator: Unknown. "Prayer Wheel" in Cashmere, 1857
"Prayer Wheel" in Cashmere, 1857....the interior of a Lama Temple, with a prayer-wheel at work. These wheels are about ten feet high by eight or ten in diameter

The old Ladakhi
Olivier Schram

Sketches in Cashmere - Tartar of Ladak, and Yarkund Pony, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Sketches in Cashmere - Tartar of Ladak, and Yarkund Pony, 1857. A...Tartar of Ladak, mounted upon a Yarkund pony- the usual mode of journeying through these mountainous districts'

Portrait of a Ladakhi Mountain Goat, about 1600. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Ladakhi Mountain Goat, about 1600

Ladakhi Yak, c. 1860-80 (b / w photo)
498627 Ladakhi Yak, c.1860-80 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ladakh is a sparsely populated region of Jammu and Kashmir, India)

Ladakhi Village, c. 1860-80 (b / w photo)
498626 Ladakhi Village, c.1860-80 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ladakh is a sparsely populated region of Jammu and Kashmir, India)

Ladakhi women of Tibetan stock, 1902. Artist: Bourne & Shepherd
Ladakhi women of Tibetan stock, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

India, Ladakh, Leh. Looking south out over Leh, capital of Ladakh, towards the Zanskar Range, with Stok Kangri peak clearly visible

India, Ladakh, Thiksey. Young novice monk sweeping up the tsampa crumbs at morning prayers or puja, Thiksey Monastery

India, Ladakh, Hemis. Monk reciting prayers to the slow rhythm of a drum at Hemis Monastery

India, Ladakh, Lamayuru. Lamayuru Monastery, remote and isolated, hemmed in by dramatic snow covered mountains

India, Ladakh, Thiksey. The golden finial of a chorten at Thiksey Monastery

India, Ladakh, Thiksey. View of the Indus Valley from Thiksey Monastery

India, Ladakh, Alchi. Alchi Tsatsapuri is a little-know temple complex situated in close vicinity to the very famous Alchi Choskhor in Ladakh. It contains superb early wall-paintings

India, Ladakh, Leh. Stok Kangri Peak from Leh. Stok Kangri is the highest mountain in the Stok Range in the Himalayas, in the Ladakh region of North West India

India, Ladakh, Thiksey, picture of Dalai Lama next to golden Maitreya Buddha inside Thiksey Monastery (Gompa)

India, Ladakh, Thiksey, monk making offerings to golden Maitreya Buddha inside Thiksey Monastery (Gompa)

India, Ladakh, Markha Valley, white and colored stupa in scenic landscape of the Himalayas with Markha stream river

India, Ladakh, Markha Valley, white stupa in scenic landscape of the Himalayas with Markha stream river

India, Ladakh, Thiksey, Thiksey Gompa (Monastery) on hill in a typical Ladakhi style with white stupas

India, Ladakh, Thiksey, golden Maitreya Buddha inside Thiksey Monastery (Gompa)

India, Ladakh, Thiksey, indian and buddhist gods sculpted colorfully on temple
India, Ladakh, Thiksey, Indian and Buddhist gods sculpted colorfully on temple

India, Ladakh, Thiksey, colorful wall painting with buddhist images of god
India, Ladakh, Thiksey, colorful wall painting with Buddhist images of god

Picture No. 10876304
Local woman - Ladakhi kitchen. Date:

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"Ladakhi: A Glimpse into the Enchanting Land of India's Ladakh" Discover the captivating beauty of Ladakh, a region nestled in the majestic Himalayas. From its ancient monasteries to stunning landscapes, Ladakh offers a mesmerizing experience. In Thiksey, behold the awe-inspiring Chamkhang temple and its magnificent Maitreya Buddha. Adorned with gold, this colossal statue stands as a testament to Ladakh's rich spiritual heritage. Leh unveils breathtaking vistas, with Stok Kangri Peak dominating the horizon. As the highest mountain in the Stok Range, it symbolizes both grandeur and challenge for adventurers seeking an adrenaline rush. Delve into history as you encounter a portrait of a Ladakhi Mountain Goat from 1600. Crafted by an unknown artist, this artwork captures the essence of wildlife thriving in these rugged terrains. The resilience and grace of Himalayan women are immortalized in a late 19th-century black-and-white photograph. Their strength echoes through generations and reflects their integral role within society. Witnessing an image from c. 1860-80 transports us back to simpler times when Ladakhi Yaks roamed freely across vast landscapes. These gentle giants were essential companions for locals navigating treacherous terrain. Step into another era with a glimpse at life in a c. 1860-80 Ladakhi village captured on film. The simplicity and harmony depicted remind us of our roots amidst modernity's constant evolution. Tibetan stock influences shape identity; Bourne & Shepherd capture this beautifully in their 1902 photograph featuring elegant Ladakhi women adorned with traditional attire—a testament to cultural diversity. Thiksey Monastery holds not only spiritual significance but also historical importance as it houses Dalai Lama's picture next to the golden Maitreya Buddha—an embodiment of compassion and enlightenment.