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Shivling, Sacred mountain summit in Garhwal Himalaya, India.

Mount Shivling rises 6,543 meters above sea level, displaying a distinctive tooth-shaped peak that marks the western edge of the Gangotri glacier.

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police team, led by Hukam Singh, completed the first successful climb to the summit on June 3, 1974.

Hindu pilgrims recognize the mountain's formation as a natural representation of Lord Shiva's lingam, making it a destination of religious importance.

Climbers need technical expertise in using crampons, ice axes, and rope management skills to navigate the steep inclines and snow-covered terrain.

In 2012, Russian athlete Valery Rozov executed the first BASE jump from the summit, descending 6,420 meters using a wingsuit.

Location: Uttarakhand

Elevation above the sea: 6,543 m

GPS coordinates: 30.88000,79.06311

Latest update: March 11, 2025 10:10

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