Geography: Mountains

Kanchenjunga

Nanda Devi

India's diverse and expansive landscape includes mountain ranges that have left a meaningful mark on the nation's culture, history, and identity. These majestic peaks cradle numerous rivers and tributaries, serving as the headwaters that sustain downstream regions. Historically, mountains have been natural fortresses, offering strategic advantages and protection to civilizations and kingdoms that sought dominion over the region. These ranges have played pivotal roles in shaping the nation's destiny, influencing politics, trade routes, and military campaigns. India's mountains hold deep cultural and symbolic importance as well, revered as symbols of strength, endurance, and resilience in Indian folklore, literature, and art.

The table below presents information about India's most prominent mountains.

Highest Peaks	Elevation	Mountain Range	Type of Range
Kanchenjunga	8,598 m (28,169 ft)	Himalayas	Fold
Nanda Devi	7,816 m (25,643 ft)	Himalayas	Fold
Kamet	7,756 m (25,446 ft)	Himalayas	Fold
Saltoro Kangri / K10	7,742 m (25,400 ft)	Karakoram	Fold
Saser Kangri I / K22	7,672 m (25,171 ft)	Karakoram	Fold
Mamostong Kangri / K35	7,516 m (24,659 ft)	Karakoram	Fold
Saser Kangri II E	7,513 m (24,649 ft)	Karakoram	Fold
Saser Kangri III	7,495 m (24,594 ft)	Karakoram	Fold
Teram Kangri I	7,495 m (24,589 ft)	Karakoram	Fold
Jongsong Peak	7,462 m (24,482 ft)	Himalayas	Fold