Wednesday, September 12, 2018

Langza Village - India

A mountain village attracts me much more than a resort by the beach. 
To enjoy this beautiful view is necessary to travel to Spiti Valley in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. 
Thanks to Sachin for this great card. 

Image Courtesy: Gautam Pandey
Langza village is situated at an altitude of 4400 meters and is divided into two sections, namely Langza Yongma (lower) and Langza Gongma (upper). It houses a population of approximately 137 people, who are dependent on agriculture and business for their livelihood. The production of vessels of all shapes and sizes and crafts such as shawls, carpets, etc. are common in Langza and helps residents earn money for a livelihood. The village has an ancient Lang or temple, which is regarded as the headquarters of all the Deities of the Spiti Valley.
Life is not easy in Langza during winter and the village remains disconnected from civilization as the temperature drops below zero, making it difficult for the villagers to continue their day-to-day task. As soon as summer approaches, the snow fields transform into green pastures and Langzu opens its door for a few fortunate visitors. - in: https://www.tourmyindia.com/states/himachal/langza-village.html

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