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Hemis National Park

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About 4,400 sq km high-altitude park south of Leh, famous for snow leopards; Markha valley treks.

Wildlife includes snow leopard, bharal, Tibetan wolf, brown bear and marmot; 73 bird species. Named after Hemis Monastery.

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Hours9:00-17:00 (Incredible India)

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