Kangchenjunga, sometimes spelled kanchenjunga, is situated in a section of the himalayas called Kangchenjunga Himal, and lies partly in nepal and partly in india. 

Kangchenjunga is 8,586 m (28,169 ft) high, and it's the third highest mountain in the world, and second highest in the Himalayas. 

WE HAVE A NUMBER OF ARTICLES AND RESOURCES ABOUT kangchenjunga, the himalayas AND OTHER MOUNTAINS:

• Profile of Kangchenjunga

Check outour profile of this eight-thousander, including some information about climbing and trekking around around.

• Visit our Himalayas profile page

Includes details on the major peaks in the Himalayas as well as information on the region and early exploration.

• Books about The Himalayas

Browse our list of the best books and guidebooks about the highest and most famous mountain ranges in the world. 

• Top Long Distance Hikes in the Himalayas

Check out a list of some of our favorite thru-hikes and long distance trails in the Himalayas, from the Everest Base Camp Trek to the Snowman Trek in Bhutan.

OTHER RESOURCES:

• How to get into Mountaineering
• Best Outdoor, Hiking and Mountain Apps
• Most Dangerous Countries in the World
• Read more about how to prepare for adventure

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