Uttarakhand is a Himalayan state of India. This mountainous state contains, in its northern section, some of the highest mountain peaks in the world. Many of them are unclimbed; many are unnamed. A large number of peaks in Uttarakhand are still not open for climbing due to security reasons, as this region borders Tibet Autonomous Region of the People's Republic of China.
Highest major summits
editFollowing is a list of highest peaks of Uttarakhand with elevation over 6,000 m (19,700 ft). Of the highest major summits of Uttarakhand, 2 peaks exceed 7,500 m (24,600 ft), 13 other peaks exceed 7,000 m (23,000 ft), further 89 peaks exceed 6,500 m (21,300 ft) and at least 100 other peaks exceed 6,000 m (19,700 ft) in elevation.
Panoramic view of the Kumaon Himalaya from Kausani
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ a b c "High Asia - All mountains and main peaks above 6650 m". 21 May 2020. Archived from the original on 21 May 2020. Retrieved 21 May 2020.
- ^ "Himalayan Index - Results of Search by Mountain Group". www.alpine-club.org.uk. Retrieved 14 January 2022.
- ^ "Himalayan Index - Results of Search by Mountain Group". www.alpine-club.org.uk. Retrieved 14 January 2022.
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