Leh, located in the rocky paradise of Ladakh, reflects eternal beauty surrounded by the mighty Himalayas. Originally a crossroad of several old trading routes from Tibet, Kashgar and Kashmir, Leh became a bustling tourist town since the 1999 Indo-Pak war and the consequent development of Manali-Leh highway. From historic monuments to monasteries , from shopping to trekking, this charming hill station packs the perfect ingredients to make your journey unforgettable.
Picturesquely nestled amidst the magnificent Karakoram and Himalayan ranges, Leh is the embodiment of natural beauty. It is the headquarters of the Leh District in Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. Known for its majestic and picturesque landscapes, this hill station lies on the banks of Indus River. The city houses many ancient Buddhist monuments and mosques that date back to 16th and 17th centuries. In fact, Leh is also referred to as the land of Lamas, as Buddhist Monks mainly populate the city. It features many Buddhist monasteries and study centers including the Sankar Gompa and Shanti Stupa. The nine-storied Leh Palace, constructed by Sengge Namgyal, also features a Tibetan architectural style. Leh valley is a popular tourist destination and attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world.
Leh is well connected with the rest of cities in India. Major Airlines such as Air India, Jet Airways, GoAir, SpiceJet, Jet Lite operates flights to and from Leh to major cities Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi , Ahmedabad and Pune.
Late Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport or Leh Airport which is named after Kushok Bakula Rinpoche. It is one of the airport which is located at an highest altitude of 3256 meters above the sea level. It is a single terminal airport which handles domestic passengers.
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