Elevation
7,570 m (24,835 feet)
Country
Bhutan
Mountain Range
Himalayas
Prominence
2,995 m
Coordinates
28.0469, 90.4550
Isolation
0.2 km
Gangkhar Puensum is an ultra-prominent peak exceeding 7,000 meters, reaching an elevation of 7,570 meters (24,835 feet) above sea level. It is located in Bhutan, part of the Himalayas mountain range. This mountain requires advanced mountaineering skills and proper high-altitude preparation. The Himalayas continue to rise due to the collision of tectonic plates. With a prominence of 2,995 meters, Gangkhar Puensum rises significantly above its surroundings. Coordinates: 28.0469, 90.4550. Gangkhar Puensum offers valuable insights into mountain formation and alpine ecosystems.