Gurudongmar Peak (6715m)

India / Sikkim / Mangan /
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It is a sacred peak of Sikkim. On its foot lies the famous lake Gurudongmar. The peak has been climbed a number of times by army/para military forces. This peak was named after Guru Nanak who on his way to Lhasa spent a few days here for meditation & it is why Shikhs/Punjabis carries the sacred water of the lake. It is believed this water increases fertility of women & infertile woman gets fertile by taking this water & it also drives out some other diseases.

Height - 6715m, 22031ft
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Coordinates:   27°58'46"N   88°41'56"E
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