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Asia / India / Ladakh / Gonbo Rangjon
Record SL-689134 · Wikidata Q8533572

Gonbo Rangjon

Gumbok Rangan;Gumbo Rangjun
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Elevation
5,520 m
18,110 ft
Prominence
Isolation
Coordinates
32.9570° N, 77.2572° E
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Gonbo Rangjon
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Description

Wikipedia

Gumbok Rangan, also known as Gonbo Rangjon, is a standalone mountain peak in the Lungnak Valley of Ladakh, India. It is part of the greater Zanskar Range, which is itself a part of the Himalayas. It is considered holy and referred to as "God's Mountain" by the local inhabitants, who practice Tibetan Buddhism. The name translates to "Throne of Gonbo", as it is believed by locals and pilgrims alike to be the residence of Gonbo, a manifestation of the Buddhist deity Mahakala. Gumbok Rangan lies along the Darcha – Padum trek route and the Darcha – Padum road. Gumbok Rangan can be seen from the village of Kargyak, which is about 16 km (9.9 mi) to the north. The peak is at 5,520 m (18,110 ft) and the base of the mountain is about 4,500 m (14,800 ft).

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