World's highest marathon "Ladakh Marathon" held in Leh
World's highest marathon "Ladakh Marathon" held in Leh
It is the highest marathon in the world as it is held at an altitude of 11,000 feet above sea level.
The marathon was conducted in the categories of 42 km full marathon, 21 km half marathon and 7 km long run for fun.
More than 6000 runners from 25 countries competed in the four categories of Ladakh Marathon.
The 9th edition to be held in 2020 will feature a qualifying race for the Abbott World Marathon Majors.