Mount Saramati
Highest peak of Nagaland at mountainous border of India and Myanmar
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Saramati (Burmese: စာရာမေတိတောင်; IPA: [ˌsæɹəˈmɑːti]) is a peak at an altitude of 2,885 metres (9,465 ft) on the border between the Indian state of Nagaland and the Naga Self-Administered Zone of the Sagaing Region of Myanmar. On the Indian side, the Naga village of Thanamir in Kiphire District lies at its foot.
Ranked 113th
| Saramati | |
|---|---|
| စာရာမေတိတောင် | |
  Saramati Location within Nagaland  Saramati Location within India  Saramati Location within Myanmar | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 3,826 m (12,552 ft)[1] |
| Prominence | 2,885 m (9,465 ft)[2] Ranked 113th |
| Listing |
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| Coordinates | 25°44′24″N 95°2′15″E[2] |
| Geography | |
| Location | India–Myanmar border |
| Parent range | Naga Hills[2] |
| Climbing | |
| First ascent | unknown |
Geography
It has a height of 3,826 metres (12,552 ft) and a prominence of 2,885 metres (9,465 ft). Saramati is one of the ultra-prominent peaks of Southeast Asia.[2] It forms a natural boundary between India and Myanmar.
The peak mainly consists of shale. Most of the upper reaches is covered with pine trees.[3]
How to reach
On the Indian side, Thanamir village lies at the foothill of the peak. The village is known for its apple cultivation, and holds an annual apple festival. The village also grows a range of other horticultural products.[4] The nearest airport is Dimapur Airport. The nearest railhead is Shokhüvi railway station, however, only two trains terminate there as of 2026. The Dimapur railway station is more accessible and has more trains.
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