One glimpse of the Ladakh landscape, and it is enough to mesmerize you. Those barren mountains with snow capped peaks, vast landscapes, the high passes, green oases around the rivers, monastries located on amazing precipices with vertical drops, the typical Ladakhi houses with the stupas outside, the turquoise blue waters of some of the rivers, feeding the small villages, the typical Ladakhi folk; all leave a lasting impression on your mind. The entry into Ladakh is by passing though high passes.