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Nanda Devi National Park

national park, India

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Nanda Devi National Park is located in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, within the Kumaun Himalayas. The park is home to Nanda Devi, the second-highest peak in India, standing at 25,646 feet (7,817 meters). This region is characterized by high mountains, glaciers, and deep canyons, with permanent snow cover above 14,000 feet. At lower elevations, temperate climates support settlements and agriculture. The park is part of a larger mountain range that includes segments of the Zanskar and Great Himalaya ranges.123

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