Kedarkantha
| Kedarkantha | |
|---|---|
| केदारकंठ | |
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 12,500 ft (3,800 m) |
| Geography | |
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| Country | India |
| State | Uttarakhand |
| District | Uttarkashi |
| Parent range | Garhwal Himalaya |
Kedarkantha (Hindi: केदारकंठ) is a mountain peak of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand, India. Its elevation is 12,500 ft (3,800 m).[1][2] Kedarkantha is located within Govind Wildlife Sanctuary in Uttarkashi district.[3]
A trek to the peak of Kedarkantha usually starts from Sankri, a small village, and takes four days to complete.
There are several myths around Kedarkantha and Juda ka Talab, a high altitude lake.
To know more about Kedarkantha Trek read the article on Kedarkantha.
References
- ^ Shah, Sonali (6 November 2016). "Want to go trekking in the Himalayas? Here's a list recommended by experts". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 2 January 2017.
- ^ Duttagupta, Samonway (1 December 2015). "Best winter treks in India". India Today. Retrieved 2 January 2017.
- ^ Mishra, Gaurav K; Upreti, Dalip K (May 2015). "Altitudinal distribution of cetrarioid lichens in Govind Wildlife Sanctuary, Garhwal Himalaya, Uttarakhand, India". Geophytology. 45 (1): 9–19. ISSN 0376-5156.
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