Thalay Sagar
Mountain Pass
Thalay Sagar
Thalay Sagar is a striking mountain peak situated in the Gangotri group of the western Garhwal Himalayas in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand. It stands at an elevation of 6,904 meters (22,651 feet) and is the second highest peak on the south side of the Gangotri Glacier after Kedarnath.
Known for its steep rock faces and challenging terrain, Thalay Sagar is highly regarded by mountaineers for its technical difficulty, especially due to a notorious shale band near the summit that complicates the climb. The peak was first successfully ascended in 1979 by an Anglo-American team via the northwest couloir and ridge route. Since then, multiple routes have been conquered, making it a coveted prize in high-altitude rock climbing. The mountain holds cultural significance as it is near the sacred Hindu site of Gaumukh, the source of the Bhagirathi River.
It offers an intense climbing experience, requiring advanced skills, and is celebrated for the spectacular Himalayan views it provides from its summit. Its remote and rugged location adds to its allure and challenge for mountaineers worldwide. Thalay Sagar is often approached from Uttarkashi and Gangotri, popular trekking bases for expeditions to this peak.
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Thalay Sagar is located in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand.
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