Gumbok Rangan

Gumbok Rangan, also known as Gonbo Rangjon^[1], is a standalone mountain peak in the Lungnak Valley of Ladakh, India. It is part of the greater Zanskar Range, which is itself a part of the Himalayas. It is considered holy and referred to as "God's Mountain" by the local inhabitants, who practice Tibetan Buddhism.^[1][2] The name translates to "Throne of Gonbo", as it is believed by locals and pilgrims alike to be the residence of Gonbo, a manifestation of the Buddhist deity Mahakala.^[1]

Gonbo Rangjon
Mt. Gonbo Rangjon
Highest point
Elevation	5,520 m (18,110 ft)
Coordinates	32.9585°N 77.2486°E / 32.9585; 77.2486
Geography
Location	Ladakh, India

Gumbok Rangan in the Lungnak Valley of Zanskar.

Gumbok Rangan viewed from Kargyak.

Gumbok Rangan lies along the Darcha – Padum trek route and the Darcha – Padum road. Gumbok Rangan can be seen from the village of Kargyak, which is about 16 km (9.9 mi) to the north. The peak is at 5,520 m (18,110 ft) and the base of the mountain is about 4,500 m (14,800 ft).^[3]