Also known as the
Five Treasures of Snow, Kangchenjunga stands tall at the elevation of 8586 m above sea level. The mountain by Tamur river lies between India and Nepal. It is the highest peak in India and the third highest summit in the world.
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Nanda Devi at 7816 m
Nanda Devi, located in the Garhwal region in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, is the second highest peak in India and is the 23rd highest peak in the world. The Nanda Devi National Park, set in proximity to the peak, is one of the best high altitude parks in the country.
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