a view of the top of a mountain with a clear blue sky

Nanda Devi is a prominent mountain in Uttarakhand, India, standing at 7,816 meters (25,643 feet). It's known for its cultural significance and isolation within the Nanda Devi National Park and Biosphere Reserve. The first successful ascent was in 1936, and it's revered by local communities. The area is rich in biodiversity and offers trekking opportunities. It has been clicked after taking a short trek up the ski slopes of Auli, India. The picture of taken in Dec 2015.