Chiumo
Chiumo (also known as Chumo or Chomo in Tibet) also known as Khyarisatam by Nyishi people and Kawang Gyang by Puroik people in Arunachal Pradesh; is a mountain peak located at 6,890 m (22,600 ft) above sea level on the McMahon Line, which runs between the state of Arunachal Pradesh, India and Tibetan Autonomous Region of China.
| Chiumo | |
|---|---|
  Chiumo Arunachal Pradesh, India  Chiumo Chiumo (India)  Chiumo Chiumo (Tibet)  Chiumo Chiumo (China) | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 6,890 m (22,600 ft) |
| Prominence | 1,597 m (5,240 ft) |
| Listing | Ultra |
| Coordinates | 27°54′35″N 92°37′34″E |
| Geography | |
| Location | Arunachal Pradesh, India  Shannan Prefecture, Tibet  |
| Parent range | Eastern Himalayas |
Location
The peak is the second-highest in the Kangto Massif. The first one is Kangto, situated 6.6 mi (10.6 km) west-south-west, a part of Assam Himalaya. The prominence is 1,597 m (5,240 ft).[1] The southern flank of the Chiumo is located in the Kameng River Basin, while the Subansiri River drains the northern flank.
Climbing history
There are no documented ascents of Chiumo. However three attempts have been made from the south in the last 5 years by Tapi Mra, Taro Hai, Tagit Sorang and Tame Bagang who were part of the team including several tens of Puroik guides.
Further reading
- Yadav, M.P., "First ascent of Nyegyi Kansang", The Himalayan Journal, Issue 52, 1996.[2]
References
- "Chumo". PeakVisor. Retrieved 2022-05-24.
- "The HJ/52/3 FIRST ASCENT OF NYEGI KANGSANG". The HJ/52/3 FIRST ASCENT OF NYEGI KANGSANG. Retrieved 2022-05-24.