What's The Highest Peak In North India
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The Nanda Devi, located in Uttarakhand's Garhwal Himalayas, is the highest peak in north India.
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It stands at 7,816 meters, and is the highest peak located entirely within India.
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It is renowned for its spiritual significance, biodiversity, and two distinct summits, Nanda Devi West and Nanda Devi East (Sunanda Peak).
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It is considered the patron goddess of the Himalayas and is a part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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It is two-peaked mountain with the western peak (Nanda Devi) being taller than the eastern peak (Sunanda Peak).
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The peak is encircled by the Nanda Devi National Park and Biosphere Reserve, known for rich biodiversity.
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The name means "Bliss-Giving Goddess," reflecting its deep religious significance in Hinduism.
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The surrounding national park protects rare species and fragile alpine ecosystems, forming a core part of the biosphere reserve.
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