Sangthang
| Sangthang | |
|---|---|
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 6,480 m (21,260 ft) |
| Geography | |
| Location | Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand, India |
| Parent range | Kumaon Himalaya |
Sangthang is the Himalayan peak in Kumaon Himalayas in Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand state of India.
Location
It is situated in the easternmost part of Kumaun, lining Byans Valley. The peak is situated on Indo-Tibet border. The altitude of the peak is 6,480 m. This peak is near to Jonglingkong Lake and famous Himalayan passes of Mangshya Dhura pass in Kuthi Valley and Sin La.
Ascent
The peak was climbed for the first time by P. Dasgupta in 1968.
See Also
- Om Parvat
- Mount Kailash-Lake Manasarovar yatra pilgrimage route
References
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