Ladakh - known as the land of high passes - in disputed territory between India and Pakistan is attracting an increasing number of adventure tourists. Many are anxious to scale the mountains in an area described as being close to heaven.
Michelle Jana Chan joined a group of trekkers on a climb with one of the area's first female guides.
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