Kanchenjunga facts for kids
Kangchenjunga is the third highest mountain in the world. Only Mount Everest and K2 are taller. This amazing mountain is located in the Himalayas, a huge mountain range in Asia. It sits right on the border between Nepal and the Indian state of Sikkim.
Kangchenjunga is 8,586 metres (28,169 ft) high. Its name, "Kangchenjunga," means "The Five Treasures of Snows." This is because the mountain has five main peaks, and four of them are over 8,450 metres tall! These "treasures" are said to represent gold, silver, gems, grain, and holy books.
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Where is Kangchenjunga Located?
Kangchenjunga is part of the Great Himalayas mountain range. It is found in the eastern part of the Himalayas. The mountain acts like a natural border between Nepal and Sikkim, India. Its huge size makes it a very important landmark in the region.
Why is Kangchenjunga Important?
Kangchenjunga is important for many reasons. It is a sacred mountain for the people of Sikkim and Nepal. Many local legends and stories are connected to its peaks. For climbers, it is one of the toughest mountains to climb because of its height and difficult weather. It is also a key part of the local environment, with unique plants and animals living on its slopes.
First Climbers to Reach the Top
The first people to successfully climb Kangchenjunga were George Band and Joe Brown. They were part of a British expedition in 1955. They reached the summit on May 25, 1955. Out of respect for the local beliefs, they stopped a few feet below the actual top. This was done to honor the mountain's sacred status. Many climbers since then have followed this tradition.
Kangchenjunga's Natural Beauty
The area around Kangchenjunga is incredibly beautiful. It has deep valleys, thick forests, and sparkling rivers. The mountain itself is covered in snow and ice all year round. Many different kinds of plants and animals live here. This includes rare species like the snow leopard and the red panda. The views of Kangchenjunga, especially at sunrise or sunset, are truly breathtaking.
Images for kids
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Kangchenjunga and surrounding peaks at sunset from ISS, December 2019
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Kangchenjunga map by Garwood, 1903
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Southwest (Yalung) face of Kangchenjunga seen from Nepal
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Kanchenjunga-north from base camp in Nepal
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Painting of Kanchinjínga as seen from the Singalila Ridge by Hermann Schlagintweit, 1855
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Sunset on Kangchenjunga, 1905
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Kangchenjunga seen from Darjeeling War Memorial
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A sign board on the last traversable road to Kangchenjunga
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First ascent reunion of 1990– front (left to right): Neil Mather, John Angelo Jackson, Charles Evans and Joe Brown and rear (left to right): Tony Streather, Norman Hardie, George Band, and Professor John Clegg.
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Kanchenjunga from Tiger Hill at dawn
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Kanchenjunga as seen from Gangtok, Sikkim
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Five Treasures of Snow
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Kangchenjunga seen from Tetulia, Panchagarh, Northern Bangladesh.
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East face of Kangchenjunga, from near the Zemu Glacier, Sikkim
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See also
In Spanish: Kanchenjunga para niños
