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The Northern Mountains | |
Life in the Region | |
Mountaineering & it's Hazards? | |
Importance of Himalayas | |
Keep in Mind! |
The Himalayas stand tall in the north and north-eastern parts of India, holding the title of the world's highest mountain range. They derive their name from "Him" meaning ice and "alaya" meaning place of, signifying their snowy peaks.
The Himalayan Mountains form the northern mountain region of India. They are the highest mountain ranges in the world. Some prominent features are highest peaks, deep valleys & gorges, glaciers etc.
The Three Mountain Ranges
The Northern Mountains
Bachendri Pal
Special clothing of Mountaineers
Important Fact:
In 327 B.C. Alexander came all the way from Greece and entered India through the Khyber Pass. This pass joins Afghanistan to what is now Pakistan. In 1962, the Chinese forces attacked India using the Nathula (means pass) joining Sikkim to Tibet.
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1. What are some common hazards associated with mountaineering in the Northern Mountains? |
2. What makes the Himalayas so beautiful? |
3. Why are the Himalayas important? |
4. What are some safety tips to keep in mind when exploring the Northern Mountains? |
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