Nanda Kot

Nanda Kot is a mountain peak rising to 6,861 meters in the Kumaon Himalaya. The summit marks a natural boundary between the Pindar and Ghori Ganga river valleys.

A Japanese mountaineering expedition led by Yaichi Hotta made the first successful ascent to the summit in 1936. The team reached the peak by way of the Lawan Valley route.

Local communities associate this peak with Hindu goddess Parvati, and the name reflects this spiritual connection in regional folklore. The surrounding villages maintain traditions that honor this mythological link to the mountain.

Most climbers start from Loharkhet and follow a route passing through Dhakuri Pass and Khati Village before reaching Dwali base camp. Expect alpine conditions and high altitude on this challenging climb.

During the 1960s, Indian authorities installed monitoring equipment below the summit to observe border activities. These remote sensing devices became part of the mountain's strategic role in the region.

Location: Munsiari tehsil

Elevation above the sea: 6,861 m

GPS coordinates: 30.28108,80.06678

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:20