Nomadic Festival:Hosted by the Ladakh Cultural Academy and supported by the Ladakh Tourism Department, the festival seeks to highlight the unique culture of the Changthang region, positioning it firmly on Ladakh’s tourism map. Visitors had a chance to immerse themselves in the authentic nomadic lifestyle of the Changthang people, who are known as ‘Changpa’ or ‘Drokpa’ in Tibetan, meaning ‘northerners’ and ‘nomads’ respectively. Unlike other nomadic communities, the Changpa thrive in the harsh, uninhabitable landscapes that are unsuitable for agriculture, free from the encroachment of settled farmers. Activities Tourists experienced the vibrant and enduring nomadic culture of Changthang firsthand, witnessing the daily lives of its people in their natural environment. […]
