Leh is the capital of the Union Territory of Ladakh. It is one of the highest continuously inhabited cities in the world and has about 27,500 inhabitants. Leh is located directly on the Indus River, the longest river in the Indian subcontinent. This ensures a water supply to the city, which is located at an altitude of 3,500 meters.
Leh has a long and eventful history. To date, India, China, and Pakistan all claim the region. The city’s main attractions include the old royal palace and the so-called Old Leh. Trekking tours in the region’s breathtaking landscapes are also very popular.
Discover a fascinating region in the high valleys of the Himalayas where one cannot say if they are closer to the earth than to the sky: Ladakh. Here are Buddhist monasteries rich in history and spirituality giving rhythm to the existence of the inhabitants. Crossed by the Indus River, this region offers travelers enchanting landscapes: dry valleys dotted with small oases, high-altitude lakes with deep blue waters, sometimes reliefs made of rocks or dunes…
