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Khangchengyao

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Khangchengyao is a mountain peak located at 6,913 m (22,680 ft) north-west of Yumesodong, North Sikkim in the Eastern Himalayas.[1]

Elevation6,913 m (22,680 ft)
Prominence1,490 m (4,890 ft)
Coordinates27°59′9″N 88°39′17″E
LocationSikkim
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Khangchengyao
Kangchengyao from south-west
Highest point
Elevation6,913 m (22,680 ft)
Prominence1,490 m (4,890 ft)
Coordinates27°59′9″N 88°39′17″E
Geography
Khangchengyao is located in Sikkim
Khangchengyao
Khangchengyao
Location within Sikkim
Khangchengyao is located in India
Khangchengyao
Khangchengyao
Location within India
LocationSikkim
Climbing
First ascent1912 - Alexander Mitchell Kellas and Sherpas
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Khangchengyao is a revered peak among the locals. It is the 4th highest peak in Sikkim and 10th highest peak in India. As per folklore, Khangchengyao is known as the Male Deity.[2]

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