Flying high over the Himalaya mountain range, the razor sharp, snow covered peaks contrast with the deep blue sky.

In the narrow bend of a staircase the Risong monestary, these simple prayer wheels are bulit right into the walls.

The most interesting detail of the huge Likur budda was, by far, his blue painted toenails.

The bold yellow and the intricate wood work, combined with nearly perfect symmetry make this entrance to the monastary at Likur simple stunning.

These brilliant green fields are beautiful when seen from above, framed by the lines of irrigation and the occasional stone building.

This lonely gas station provided me with a spot of humor as we drove back to Leh.