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Day 5: Pangong Lake
Come to Leh Ladakh, you can't miss this place!
Pangong Lake, a lake that stretches 160 km to China.
Exquisite to the point of madness!
Today's rest stop was breathtaking. It was absolutely stunning, and I can confidently say that it was my favorite part of the past few days. It was located somewhere between us and Lake Pangong, although I'm not sure exactly where. We stopped at two places, both of which were amazing. The first was a grassy meadow with a stream and cute little flowers. The second was my favorite, with a herd of animals that looked like something out of Disney, including the cutest marmot ever. It was so beautiful that I almost went crazy.
However, for those who dislike long car rides, this journey might be tedious, as it takes a considerable amount of time to reach each destination. Moreover, the time spent at each location is limited, necessitating further travel. Consequently, some individuals choose to stay overnight to enjoy stargazing and the surrounding environment.
This is the first place, not much yet, except for the cuteness that makes us want to lie down on the grass and roll around, jumping over the stream like Teletubbies.
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Mischievous Marmot
The marmots are everywhere in the burrows, running around with their jiggling fat, which is very cute. They pop in and out of their holes like a whack-a-mole game. If you're lucky, you'll see them emerge from their burrows and run between them. Don't get too close to them, though, as they are wild animals and might bite. (The picture below is not a good example, haha.) Oh, I want to hug them! They're so cute.
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Yak! Yak! Yak! Yak! Yak! Everywhere you look, there are yaks!
The yak, a bovine mammal with shaggy hair and prominent horns, resembles a wild, untamed version of a cow or buffalo. While previously observed from afar, its presence is now undeniable as it stands before us in the field. Just beyond the mammoth's grazing grounds, a herd of yaks stands guard, their imposing figures contrasting with the docile sheep and goats within the enclosure. The proximity of these magnificent creatures presents an exciting dilemma: which spectacle to witness first.
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Slipped into the world of Disney, the world of Teletubbies
The scene was teeming with goats, sheep, yaks, and even mammoths. The sheer number was astounding, with hundreds of goats and sheep alone. It was truly an incredible sight. I was so excited that I couldn't grab my Fuji camera in time, so I only managed to capture these photos with my phone.
Reaching here!
We have arrived! We have arrived! We have arrived! Before reaching Paeng, the surrounding area is covered in smooth, light-colored mountains for a while.
The photos make them look smooth and flat, which is kind of cute.
The clouds are still close to us, floating above our heads like thought bubbles.
Image of a young woman in a traditional Indian dress, smiling and looking at the camera.
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Regardless of your skin tone, your beauty shines through.
The Pangong Lake, with its varying hues of emerald green and turquoise, stretches all the way to China. Its serene and crystal-clear waters offer a breathtaking view of the underlying rocks and sand. The stillness of the lake, broken only by gentle ripples caused by the wind, invites visitors to take a refreshing dip.
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With the local population
I played a game of skimming stones with a local and the driver. Have you ever played it? You throw stones on the water's surface and see how many times it bounces. I never thought I could do it. Every time I tried, the stone would just sink. This time, I managed to get it to bounce 6 times!
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Posing according to the budget
Why do you have to use such a difficult pose? I don't understand. I can't follow you. I'll fall into the lake!
This is the first time in three days that I've seen him laugh. Otherwise, he'll keep cool and be a cool guy.
Stroll around the area.
The bathroom is clean and well-maintained, with a sky-blue paint scheme that complements the surrounding sky and lake. The only drawback is the lack of a roof.
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Maggi is consistently satisfying.
For a safe option when you're not feeling adventurous, Maggi is always a reliable choice.
It's delicious! When I was in Kashmir, I ate this dish a lot. I tried other things too, but when I felt like I'd had enough experimentation, I'd go back to something safe.
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That's all for today. We'll take a long drive back to Leh without stopping anywhere, as we need to continue to Kashmir tonight. Otherwise, we won't make it. This is a very short blog post, the shortest I've ever written. (It really is short!)
Farewell, Ladakh. Farewell, Leh people.
Farewell, Leh: A Place of Warmth and Kindness
Bidding farewell to Leh, a city that has captured my heart with its charm and the warmth of its people. I am grateful for the opportunity to have met such wonderful individuals here. From the playful teasing of the "sกัดมาก็ก๊วนกวน" group to the genuine concern of the "ทุนดุ๊บ" team, and the kindness of the "คุณพ่อ" who has treated me with such generosity.
My heartfelt thanks go out to everyone who has helped me during my time here. From finding me a place to stay, offering guidance and advice, assisting with permits, brewing tea for me when I was unwell, and even boiling water for me to bathe, your support has been invaluable. The conversations we've shared and the way you've treated me as a friend, a relative, and a member of your family have touched me deeply. You have been true friends, and I will cherish the memories we've made together.
We are fiercely protective of this place, even though we don't know why. Have you ever felt possessive of your partner? Like you don't want anyone to see them, you want to keep them hidden away as your own little secret? You don't want anyone to know how amazing they are, both the place and the people. We know we sound like jealous children, but we can't help it. We want everyone to go there, because it's truly wonderful. We want you to go with good friends and experience what we felt. But please, be kind to the place and the people. Don't take advantage of them or exploit them. They are genuinely kind and welcoming.
The scholarship committee is requesting that we submit photos we have taken.
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The lovely wife of Sakkat, who owns a shop nearby,
really likes your Ginger Lemon tea, auntie. (If you don't remember her name, just tell me. Why are you calling her auntie?)
(I forgot to mention that all the women here have faces like this. I almost greeted the wrong one twice. I thought she was Sakkat's girlfriend.)
Friends, you must be screaming by now, haha! Please forgive me.
But I don't have any good pictures of me with my dad, so I'm just going to post these. Haha!
This is the face of my kind father, Santil (remember the name).
I will miss your hot water, Kashmiri tea, and flower garden, Dad.
In the end, we wrote cards for everyone and tipped both drivers.
Poon drew my face wrong, making my mouth look like an alien. T-T
This is the road to Kashmir, where we were very sad that all the photos and videos were lost along with the WD element hard drive. It only lasted two years. Let's keep it as a memory.
Love you, Leh ; )
End of this trip
Here's a summary of various things
LADAKH BUDGET
Budget Breakdown for Kashmir Trip
Flights:
- Bangkok to Delhi: 20,300 THB
- Srinagar to Bangkok: 20,300 THB
Accommodation:
- Guest house (3 nights): 4,200 INR / 4 = 1,050 INR per person
- Tent camp (1 night): 4,816 INR / 4 = 1,204 INR per person
Transportation:
- Car from Leh airport to Leh city: 229 INR / 4 = 57 INR per person
- Van in Leh (2 days): 2,892 INR / 4 = 723 INR per person
- Van to Nubra (2 days): 9,606 INR / 4 = 2,401 INR per person
- Van to Pangong: 7,867 INR / 4 = 1,967 INR per person
- Tip: 1,000 INR / 4 = 250 INR per person
Entrance Fees:
- Leh Palace: 100 INR
- Namgyal Tsemo: 30 INR
- Shey Palace: 20 INR
- Hot Spring: 30 INR
- Camel back riding: 350 INR
- Monastery: 30 INR
Living Expenses:
- Food: 1,516 INR per person
Total Expenses:
- Flights: 40,600 THB
- Accommodation: 2,254 INR per person
- Transportation: 5,407 INR per person
- Entrance Fees: 560 INR per person
- Living Expenses: 1,516 INR per person
Grand Total: 50,337 THB per person (approximately)
Total 25,389 THB
1 THB = 1.83 Rupees
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