Amidst spartanly and ascetically striking and grandiose mountains, steadily merging into an oasis of emerald fields, Leh is positioned on the banks of the Indus, at a height of 11,000 feet. Leh is a stupendous and dazzling place that is visited by numerous people from across the globe all throughout the year. The rough weather conditions also don’t stop the tourists to visit this beautiful province. Snowfalls here are a treat to one’s eyes. Visitors don’t get bothered with the cumbersome accessibility to the region. The glorious history of Leh dates back to the reign of King Namgyal in the 17th century. Leh’s claim to fame grew furthermore when it became a famous trade center on the Silk Route.
Very soon, the town blossomed into one of the busiest markets in the whole world. It was in 1974 that Leh was opened up for tourists.
