MOUNTAIN PEEKS: ELEVATED GLIMPSES OF THE HIGH LIFE

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Kangchenjunga is the third highest peak in the world and 1st in India. It stands tall with an elevation of 8, meters 28, ft.

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Kangchenjunga section contains five peaks and the region has 12 more peaks over 7, m 23, ft. The highest mountain Kangchenjunga is located at the border of India and Nepal in the great Himalayas range, Sikkim. Nanda Devi is one of the highest mountain in the world and ranked second in India. This is the highest peak entirely in the country because Kanchenjunga lies on the border areas of India and Nepal.

It was the highest known mountain in the world until when western surveyors discovered Dhaulagiri. Kamet is second highest mountain summit of Garhwal Himalayas. Kamet mountain peak is surrounded by three major neighboring peaks and lies very close the Tibet. It is situated north of the main range and is more remote and therefore less accessible than some Himalayan peaks. Saltoro Mountains are situated at the center of great Karakoram and very near to the longest glaciers in the world, the Siachen Glacier.

Longest Largest Smallest etc. The Saser Kangri are group of five majestic mountain peaks. Mamostong Kangri is located in the remote area of the Siachen Glacier. Mamostong Kangri is ranked 48th independent highest peak in the world. My Heresies Jun 25, Provide feedback about this page.

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ComiXology Thousands of Digital Comics. A number of illnesses occur as a result of prolonged exposure to extreme altitude. Blood clots, causing pain in the calf deep vein thrombosis , pain in the chest pulmonary embolus , and stroke a weakness of one arm and leg are a product of dehydration, changes in blood clotting and extended periods lying still in a sleeping bag.

High Altitude Cerebral Oedema and Pulmonary Oedema, though seen typically between m during acclimatisation, do also occur suddenly at extreme altitudes in well-acclimatised climbers. Cerebral oedema and stroke e. Mental changes are frequent - the feeling of apathy is coupled with mood changes, despair or undue elation and sometimes unreasonableness in an argument. Recent memory is impaired above m. It is most important to recognise these effects and to bear in mind that they may be made worse by many depressant drugs, such as sleeping pills - though these seem quite safe at lower altitudes.

The effects of cold are more pronounced at great heights for a variety of reasons. High winds with speeds in excess of kph mph are frequent, and lack of oxygen depresses the body's own heat production. Fourthly, apathy and fatigue contribute to carelessness — you must constantly think about how to keep yourself warm! Advice from well-established manufacturers should be sought early in planning, as much of the gear has to be specially made and fitted.

Plastic double boots, being extremely light, are the norm at altitude - their one problem is moisture generated by sweating: Pee bottles with a funnel for women are vital a half litre size is usually adequate, but not always.

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Defecation is difficult, but various suits with appropriate zips are available: Frostbite is usually a product of several factors and it is frequently avoidable. The occurrence of frostbite almost always means the end of any serious climbing for the victim on the current expedition and much extra work for colleagues.

Drugs are of little use. Cooking is a boring and time-consuming chore: Butane-propane mix stoves are quick, easy to use and safer, but problems with fuel availability are sometimes encountered. The steep, unforgiving peaks of the Himalaya have wowed and challenged mountaineers for decades.

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Unfortunately, no one has yet designed a palatable high altitude diet: Vegetarian foods - porridge, pasta, cooked rice, dahl or beans are popular in contrast to high-calorie fatty meats such as smoked ham, salamis and the tinned meats that are popular at lower altitudes. There is such wide variation between individuals that no firm rules can be made.

In any case provide ample quantities of fuel for snow melts and ample sugar: The only real nutrition issues are fluids and calories. Modern tents have revolutionised high altitude camping. Specially designed box tents have also added to the repertoire of those trying to solve the high altitude accommodation problem, but they are heavy. Snow holes and igloos provide shelter from wind, noise and snow and are often preferable.

No drugs have shown to be of use in preventing the deterioration that occurs at extreme altitudes. Diamox acetazolamide , which is useful in the prevention of AMS at m, has not been shown to alter performance above metres.

Despite some popular opinion, vitamin E, garlic, marijuana or alcohol are not known to help or hinder. Amphetamines and other stimulants are strongly discouraged, as are sleeping pills such as Temazepam.

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The possible long-term effects of climbing at extremely high altitude have attracted much publicity. Whilst severe lack of oxygen undoubtedly causes damage to the nerve cells in the brain, there is no clinical evidence of "brain damage" or intellectual impairment in the many climbers who have spent time over metres.

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