Kunlun Collection

Ladakh, c. 1860-80 (b / w photo)
498622 Ladakh, c.1860-80 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ladakh is a region of Jammu and Kashmir)

Bunting flying in sky with mountain in background
Bunting flying in sky with Kunlun mountains in background (Large format sizes available)

India, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, detail of an embroidered costume worn by a dancer at the Hemis Festival at the Hemis Monastery

India, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, three sets of brass cymbals at Hemis Monastery

India, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, monks raising the embroidered thangka during the Hemis Festival at the Hemis Monastery

India, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Hemis Monastery facade with craggy cliff in the background

India, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, doorway covered by an orange, red and yellow curtain at Hemis Monastery

India, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, closeup of prayer wheel and prayer flags at Hemis
India, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, close-up of prayer wheel and prayer flags at Hemis Monastery

India, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, a closeup of Hemis Monastery with cloth draperies
India, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, a close-up of Hemis Monastery with cloth draperies and building details

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Discover the enchanting land of Ladakh, India (c. 1860-80), where the vast, craggy mountains meet the clear blue sky, adorned with fluttering bunting. Witness the rich culture and traditions of this mystical land through the intricate embroidery on a dancer's costume, the rhythmic clanging of three sets of brass cymbals at Hemis Monastery, and the monks raising the sacred, embroidered thangka during prayer ceremonies. The facade of Hemis Monastery, with its orange, red, and yellow curtains, stands proudly against the rugged cliff, while the peaceful sound of turning prayer wheels and flapping prayer flags fill the air. Delve deeper into this spiritual haven with a close-up view of the monastery's intricate cloth draperies.