Larkya La is one of the longest passes in the Himalaya of Nepal, situated at 5,106 metres (16,752 ft) above the sea level.[1][2][3] It is located in between Dharmashala and Bimthang, and is the highest point in the Manaslu Circuit Trek.[4]

Larkya La
Larkya La
Elevation5,106 m (16,752 ft)
LocationManang, Gandaki Province, Nepal
RangeHimalayas
Coordinates28°39′50″N 84°31′13″E / 28.66392°N 84.52035°E / 28.66392; 84.52035
Larkya La is located in Nepal
Larkya La
Location of the pass

References edit

  1. ^ "Larkya Main, Georgians claim first ascent in Himalaya". No. 17.11.2017. Planet Mountain. Retrieved 7 February 2018.
  2. ^ COWAN, SAM. "Crossing the Larkya La". nepalitimes.com. Retrieved 7 February 2018.
  3. ^ "Larke Pass: The Highest Point in Manaslu Circuit". Dolma EcoTourism. 7 October 2018.
  4. ^ Aryal, Rakesh. "Manaslu Circuit Trek Itinerary". Around Manaslu Trek. Manaslu Trekker.

External links edit

  • "Larkya La". Himalaya-Info.org (in German). Includes annotated photos and panoramas of the route to/from the pass