Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, located in Leh, the capital of Ladakh, India, is situated at an altitude of 3,256 meters (10,682 feet) above mean sea level. This makes it the highest commercial airport in India and one of the highest in the world. Named after the 19th Kushok Bakula Rinpoche, a Buddhist monk, the airport's proximity to the Spituk Monastery and its location amidst the Himalayas contribute to its challenging yet scenic approach.
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