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Conquering the Sacred Heights of Kangchenjunga: Exploring the History, Geography, and Routes of the Third Highest Mountain in the World

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Conquering the Sacred Heights of Kangchenjunga: Exploring the History, Geography, and Routes of the Third Highest Mountain in the World   Kangchenjunga , also spelled Kangchendzonga, is the third highest mountain in the world, with an elevation of 8,586 meters (28,169 feet). Located on the border of Nepal and India, Kangchenjunga is a sacred mountain for the local inhabitants and is considered to be one of the most challenging mountains to climb due to its technical difficulty and unpredictable weather conditions. In this blog post, we will explore the history, geography, and climbing routes of Kangchenjunga. Geography : Kangchenjunga is located in the Eastern Himalayas and is part of the Kangchenjunga Himal range, which spans across Nepal, India, and Bhutan. The mountain has five main peaks, with the highest peak being Kangchenjunga Main at 8,586 meters (28,169 feet). The other four peaks are Kangchenjunga West (8,505 meters), Kangchenjunga Central (8,482 meters), K...