| Khangchengyao | |
|---|---|
 Kangchengyao from south-west | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 6,913 m (22,680 ft) |
| Prominence | 1,490 m (4,890 ft) |
| Coordinates | 27°59′9″N 88°39′17″E / 27.98583°N 88.65472°E |
| Geography | |
  Khangchengyao Location of Khangchengyao  Khangchengyao Khangchengyao (India) | |
| Location | Sikkim |
| Climbing | |
| First ascent | 1912 - Alexander Mitchell Kellas and Sherpas |
Khangchengyao is a mountain peak located at 6,913 m (22,680 ft) north-west of Yumesodong, North Sikkim in the Eastern Himalayas.[1]
Location
Khangchengyao is a revered peak among the locals. It is the 4th highest peak in Sikkim and 10th highest peak in India. As per folklore, Khangchengyao is known as the Male Deity.[2]
References
- ↑ "Khangchengyao". PeakVisor. Archived from the original on 2 December 2021. Retrieved 2 December 2021.
- ↑ "Indian Army undertakes expedition to Mount Khangchengyao, 10th highest peak in country". Zee News. 29 September 2020. Archived from the original on 2 December 2021. Retrieved 2 December 2021.
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