Leh, a high-desert city in the Himalayas, is the capital of the Leh region in northern Indias Jammu and Kashmir state. Originally a stop for trading caravans, Leh is now known for its Buddhist sites and nearby trekking areas. Massive 17th-century Leh Palace, modeled on the Dalai Lamas former home (Tibets Potala Palace), overlooks the old towns bazaar and mazelike lanes.
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