Shivling Peak, Uttarakhand
One of the best peaks in Garhwal Himalayas for an alpine-style expedition, Shivling forms the western gate for the lower side of the Gangotri Glacier. This peak is also a twin-summit with the northeast peak being slightly higher than the southwest peak. Shivling has also been called one of the gorgeous peaks in the Himalayas. It stands tall at a height of 6543 m and is steep on all sides making the ascent quite challenging. There are wide and narrow gullies that are snow-filled and allow slow movement up the ridge. There are also some areas where the climbers meet soft snow and loose rocks that with one mistake can lead a mountaineer in a basin. As one goes up the peak starts to become technically difficult. However, once on top, every effort seems worthy on the peak climbing expedition on Shivling Peak.