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Kangchenjunga, also spelled Kanchenjunga, Kanchanjanghā and Khangchendzonga, is the third-highest mountain in the world.
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Kangchenjunga, also spelled Kanchenjunga, Kanchanjanghā and Khangchendzonga, is the third-highest mountain in the world.
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Kanchenjunga (Nepali: Kanchanjaŋghā), (Limbu: Sewalungma) is the third highest mountain peak in the world, located in the northwestern part of Sikkim on the border with Nepal. The name Kangchenjunga is derived from four words of Tibetan origin, usually written as Kang-Chen-Djo-Nga or Yang-Chen-Djo-nga. In Sikkim, it is used to mean five treasures of huge snow. In Nepal, it is called Kumbhkaran Langur. It is the third-highest mountain in the world. Its height is 8,586 meters. It is 74 km from Darjeeling. It is situated in the northwest. Also, it is a part of the Himalayan mountain range in the Indian region touching the border of Sikkim and Nepal. The shape of Mount Kangchenjunga is in the form of a giant cross, whose arms are located in the north, south, east, and west. The isolated peaks are connected to their adjacent peaks by four main mountain ridges, through which four glaciers flow - Jemu (northeast), Talung (southeast), Yalung (southwest), and Kangchenjunga (northwest). The mountain is important in the residents' mythology and religious rituals. Its slopes were well known to herders and traders centuries before any primary survey. The first map of Kangchenjunga was made in the middle of the 19th century by Rinjin Namgyal, a learned explorer. Sir Joseph Hooker, a botanist, was the first European to visit and describe the region in 1848 and 1849. In 1899 the explorer-climber Douglas Freshfield circumambulated the mountain. In 1905 an Anglo-Swiss team attempted the proposed Yalung Valley route and four members of the team died in an avalanche. Later climbers discovered other parts of this mountain group. In 1929 and 1931, a Bavarian expedition led by Pol Boyer unsuccessfully attempted to climb it from the Jemu side. In 1930, Günter Vo Dehren Firth attempted to climb from the side of the Kangchenjunga Glacier. During these explorations in 1931, the highest altitude achieved up to that time was 7,700 m. Fatal accidents during two of these expeditions earned the mountain the name of an unusually dangerous and difficult mountain. After this, no attempt was made to climb it till 1954.
Nabee HashimNabee Hashim
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Kangchenjunga, one of the world's most revered mountains, holds the esteemed title of being the third-highest peak on Earth. With its summit soaring to an impressive 8,586 meters (28,169 feet), Kangchenjunga stands majestically in the heart of the Kangchenjunga Himal, a captivating section of the mighty Himalayas. Nestled in the border region between Nepal and the Mangan district of Sikkim state in India, Kangchenjunga showcases its splendor to both nations. The mountain's sprawling presence spans the magnificent landscapes, with its western boundary marked by the Tamur River, the northern limits defined by the Lhonak River and Jongsang La, and the eastern reaches embraced by the Teesta River. Kangchenjunga's captivating allure lies not only in its remarkable height but also in its breathtaking beauty. The mountain boasts five distinguished peaks, with three of them—Main, Central, and South—resting directly on the border between Nepal and India. The peaks of West and Kangbachen grace Nepal's Taplejung District, further enhancing the natural splendor of the region. Ascending Kangchenjunga is a feat reserved for the most skilled and adventurous mountaineers. Its challenging terrain, formidable glaciers, and steep ridges test the limits of human endurance and technical prowess. Yet, those who dare to venture into its realm are rewarded with awe-inspiring vistas and a sense of accomplishment that only conquering such a monumental peak can bring. Kangchenjunga, with its towering presence and its cultural significance to the people of Nepal and Sikkim, embodies the indomitable spirit of the Himalayas. It serves as a reminder of the Earth's unparalleled beauty and the boundless resilience of nature. Gazing upon Kangchenjunga from afar or standing at its summit, one cannot help but be humbled by the magnificence of this extraordinary mountain.
Parbat Raj ChimariyaParbat Raj Chimariya
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Kangchenjunga, located in the eastern Himalayas, is the third-highest mountain in the world, standing at 8,586 meters (28,169 feet). It straddles the border between Nepal and the Indian state of Sikkim, and is a prominent feature of the Kanchenjunga Himal, which is part of the greater Himalaya range. The name "Kangchenjunga" is derived from the Tibetan language, where it means "The Five Treasures of Snow," a reference to its five main peaks. The mountain is revered both culturally and spiritually; it holds significant importance in local folklore and is considered sacred by both Buddhists and Hindus. For instance, the local Lepcha people, indigenous to the region, view it as the abode of their gods. Kangchenjunga’s first successful ascent was made by Joe Brown and George Band of the British expedition in 1955. The mountain is known for its challenging climbing conditions, including severe weather and technical difficulty, which have contributed to its reputation as a formidable peak to climb. The region around Kangchenjunga is protected as part of the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area in Nepal and the Khangchendzonga National Park in Sikkim. These protected areas are rich in biodiversity, including rare and endangered species such as the snow leopard, red panda, and various species of pheasants. The flora ranges from temperate forests at lower elevations to alpine meadows and glaciers at higher altitudes. Kangchenjunga remains a significant destination for mountaineers and trekkers, attracting those drawn by its natural beauty, cultural heritage, and the challenge of its high-altitude terrain. Despite its challenges, the mountain continues to inspire awe and respect among climbers and nature enthusiasts alike.
VIVEK MISHRAVIVEK MISHRA
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Kanchenjunga, also spelled Kangchenjunga or Kinchinjunga, Nepali Kumbhkaran Lungur, world’s third highest mountain, with an elevation of 28,169 feet (8,586 metres). It is situated in the eastern Himalayas on the border between Sikkim state, northeastern India, and eastern Nepal, 46 miles (74 km) north-northwest of Darjiling, Sikkim. The mountain is part of the Great Himalaya Range. The Kanchenjunga massif is in the form of a gigantic cross, the arms of which extend north, south, east, and west. Kanchenjunga is composed of rocks of Neoproterozoic (late Precambrian) to Ordovician age (i.e., about 445 million to 1 billion years old). The mountain and its glaciers receive heavy snow during the summer monsoon season and a lighter snowfall during the winter. The individual summits connect to neighbouring peaks by four main ridges, from which four glaciers flow—the Zemu (northeast), the Talung (southeast), the Yalung (southwest), and the Kanchenjunga (northwest). The name Kanchenjunga is derived from four words of Tibetan origin, usually rendered Kang-chen-dzo-nga or Yang-chhen-dzö-nga and interpreted in Sikkim as the “Five Treasuries of the Great Snow.” The mountain holds an important place in the mythology and religious ritual of the local inhabitants, and its slopes were no doubt familiar to herdsmen and traders for centuries before a rough survey of it was made.
PRITAM MALIKPRITAM MALIK
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3rd tallest peak in the world.beautiful and amazing mountain peak in Sikkim. It can be seen from Darjiling hill station. Kangchenjunja, also called as Kanchenjunja is the Third highest mountain in the World. It summit lies at 8598 metres or 28169 feet above the sea level in a section of Himalayas. The Kangchenjunja Himal, which is bounded in the west by Tamur river,in north by Lhonak river and in east by the Teesta river. It lies in border region between Indian state Sikkim and Nepal. Until 1852, Kangchenjunja was assumed to be the highest mountain in the World, but calculation and measurement by The Great Trigonometrical survey of India in 1849 showed that Mt Everest is actually higher and It was officially announced in 1856 that Kangchenjunja is the third highest mountain after Mount Everest and K2 in Kashmir.
Avdhut LondheAvdhut Londhe
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Kanchenjunga is the world's third-highest mountain peak with an elevation of 8586m(28169ft). It lies in the Taplejung District of Nepal and the Sikkim State of India and is 78 miles away from Mt. Everest. The word 'Kanchenjunga' means the five treasures of the great snow. It got its name from the five peaks - Kanchenjunga I, Kanchenjunga West, Kanchenjunga South, and Kangbachen. On 25th May 1955, Joe Brown and George Band first climbed Kanchenjunga. Yet, it is the second least climbed mountain in the world. UNESCO has enlisted Kanchenjunga as a world heritage site. It comprises 14 conservation areas to protect several rare and endangered species. These areas preserve flora like orchids and rhododendrons. They also shelter endangered fauna such as the red panda, musk-deer, blood pheasant, and Asian black bear.
Bhupi GhimireBhupi Ghimire
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