Major glaciers of Himachal Pradesh In English
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There are a lot of glaciers in the high altitude areas of Himachal Pradesh. Glaciers (glaciers) are of high importance in Himachal Pradesh. These glaciers provide water throughout the year to the rivers of Himachal Pradesh. The major glaciers of Himachal Pradesh are as follows:
- Bara Shigri Glacier
Bada Shigadi is located in Lahaul, Himachal Pradesh. Bada Shigadi is one of the largest glaciers in Himachal Pradesh. The length of this glacier is about 25 kilometers, while the width of this glacier is about 3 kilometers. Chandra river receives water from this glacier. This glacier is one of the largest glaciers in Asia.
- Miyar Glacier
Mier Glacier is located in Lahaul. Miyar river receives water from this glacier. The length of the Miyar glacier is about 12 kilometers.
- Dudhon Glacier
Dudhon Glacier is located in the Kullu Valley. Its length is about 15 kilometers. Parvati river receives water from Dudhon and Parvati glacier.
- Lady of Keylong
This glacier is also visible from Keylong town. This glacier is situated at an altitude of 6061 meters. The glacier was named after an English woman.
- Chandranahan Glacier
Chandranahan Glacier is located in Shimla district. The Pabbar River gets water from this glacier. Near this glacier is the ‘Chandrahan Lake’.
- Bhadal Glacier
The Bhadal Glacier is located in the Barabhangal region of Kangra district. The Bhadal River receives water from the Bhadal Glacier. The Bhadal River is a major tributary of the Ravi.
- Chandra Glacier
Chandra Glacier is located in Lahaul-Spiti. Chandratal Lake is formed from this glacier. The Chandra and Bhaga rivers receive water from this glacier.
- Bhaga Glacier
Bhaga Glacier is located in Lahaul-Spiti district. The Bhaga River receives water from this glacier.
- Mukila Glacier
This glacier is located in the Bhaga Valley of Lahaul-Spiti. This glacier is situated at an altitude of 6478 meters.
- Beas Kund Glacier
Vyas Kund Glacier is located in Kullu district. This glacier is located near Rohtang Pass. Vyas river receives water from this glacier.
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