India is home to some of the highest mountains in the world, most of which are located in the northern region, particularly in the Himalayas. Here is a list of the highest mountains in India:
1. **Kangchenjunga** (8,586 meters / 28,169 feet) – The third highest mountain in the world, located on the border between India and Nepal in the Sikkim region.
2. **Nanda Devi** (7,816 meters / 25,643 feet) – The highest mountain entirely within India, situated in the state of Uttarakhand.
3. **Kamet** (7,756 meters / 25,446 feet) – Located in Uttarakhand, it is part of the Garhwal Himalayas.
4. **Saltoro Kangri** (7,742 meters / 25,400 feet) – Situated in the Saltoro Ridge, part of the Karakoram range in the Siachen region.
5. **Saser Kangri** (7,672 meters / 25,171 feet) – Located in the Saser Muztagh, a subrange of the Karakoram range in Ladakh.
6. **Mamostong Kangri** (7,516 meters / 24,659 feet) – Situated in the remote region of Ladakh, part of the Karakoram range.
7. **Rimo I** (7,385 meters / 24,229 feet) – Another peak in the remote Karakoram range in Ladakh.
8. **Hardeol** (7,151 meters / 23,461 feet) – Located in the Kumaon Himalayas of Uttarakhand.
9. **Chaukhamba I** (7,138 meters / 23,419 feet) – Part of the Gangotri group of peaks in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand.
10. **Trisul I** (7,120 meters / 23,359 feet) – Part of a group of three peaks (Trisul I, II, III) in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand.
These mountains are renowned for their breathtaking beauty and challenging climbing routes, attracting mountaineers and trekkers from all over the world.
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