List of 10 Highest Mountain Peaks in India
The following table below shows the 10 highest peaks in India, including their respective heights and the location in which they are located.
|
Mountain Peak |
Height (metres) |
Description |
|
K2 or Mount Godwin Austen |
8611 |
The highest peak in the Indian subcontinent is in the Karakoram range. |
|
Kangchenjunga |
8586 |
Third highest peak globally, known as the ‘five treasures of snow’ in the Himalayas. |
|
Nanda Devi |
7816 |
3rd highest peak in India, part of the Garhwal Himalayas, Uttarakhand and rich in flora and fauna. |
|
Kamet |
7756 |
Near the Tibetan Plateau, in the Garhwal region, Uttarakhand. |
|
Saltoro Kangri |
7742 |
In the Saltoro range of Karakoram. |
|
Saser Kangri |
7672 |
In the Saser Muztagh of Karakoram range. |
|
Mamostong Kangri |
7516 |
Highest of the Rimo Muztagh subrange, near Siachen Glacier. |
|
Rimo I |
7385 |
Part of Rimo Muztagh range. |
|
Hardeol |
7151 |
‘Temple of God’, the ancient summit in Kumaon Himalaya. |
|
Chaukhamba I |
7138 |
Gangotri Group of Garhwal Himalaya, located in Uttrakhand. |
|
Trisul I |
7120 |
Named after Lord Shiva’s weapon, in Kumaon Himalaya, Uttrakhand. |
Highest Mountain Peaks in India
The Highest Peaks in the various states of India are mountain peaks that are significantly taller than the other peaks in their respective region or states. India is a land of various distinct mountain ranges. These mountain ranges span from the north in the Karakoram region to the south in the Cardamom Hills.
They also stretch from the east in the Purvanchal Himalayas to the west in the Gir, which is a lower mountain range in Gujarat state. In this article, we shall cover the highest mountain peaks in India, detailing their elevations, geographical location, distinctive topographical characteristics & more facts.
Table of Content
- List of the State-Wise Highest Mountain Peaks in India
- List of 10 Highest Mountain Peaks in India
- Major Mountain Ranges and Their Highest Peaks in India
- Highest Mountain Peaks of India: Interesting Facts