Gangkhar Puensum

#229 among destinations in China

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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Gangkhar Puensum is the highest mountain in Bhutan and the highest unclimbed mountain in the world, with an elevation of 7,570 metres and a prominence of 2,995 metres. Its name means "White Peak of the Three Spiritual Brothers". ()

Local name: 冈嘎本孙峰 Elevation: 24836 ftProminence: 9826 ftCoordinates: 28°2'50"N, 90°27'19"E

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Gangkhar Puensum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Liankang Kangri.

1.4 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Liankang Kangri
35 min walk • Liangkang Kangri is a mountain peak in the Himalayas on the border between Bhutan and China, as well as at the southeastern end of territory claimed by both countries. Liangkang Kangri is 7,535 metres high. To the south, a ridge leads to the 7,570-metre Gangkhar Puensum 2 kilometres to the south-southeast.