India takes a pride in talking about their mountain ranges, be it from the Himalayas , the Eastern Ghats or the Western Ghats, the beauty reflected is endless. Let us get a small glimpse into the Top 5 Highest Peaks of India, some of which you might have heard of and some might be unheard.

1. Kanchenjunga

Height: 8586 meter

Location: Sikkim

Facts: It is the highest peak in India and the third highest peak in the world. 

It is also known as " Five treasures of snow".



2. Nanda Devi

Height: 7816 meter

Location: Uttarakhand

Facts: It is the 23rd highest peak in the world and second highest peak in Indian 

It is the highest peak located entirely in India

It is rich in terms of its flora and fauna culture complimented by the Nanda Devi National Park.

(image source:Climbers ‘knowingly risked’ lives on India’s second highest mountain | Page 10 | Daily News)


3. Kamet

Height:  7756 meter

Location:  Uttrakhand

Facts: It is the third highest mountain range in India which is surrounded by three major neighboring peaks and is located near the Tibetan plateau.

(image source:Mt Kamet Expedition - second highest mountain in Uttarakhand (himalayanhikers.in))


4. Santoro Kangri

Height: 7742 meter

Location: Jammu and Kashmir

Facts: It is the 31st highest independent peak in the world and is located near the Siachen Glaciers.

(image source:Saltoro Kangri 7742m. | Saltoro Mountain Range karakoram. No… | Flickr)


5. Sanser Kangri

Height: 7672 meter

Location: Jammu and Kashmir

Facts: It is the 35th highest peak in the world and is a group of five majestic mountains.

(image source:Saser Kangri – See You in the Mountains)