1933
Description: Greek-British author and mountaineer Marco Alexander Pallis crossed Lamkhaga Pass in 1933. Pallis was a Greek-British author and mountaineer who was famous for his writings on Tibetan Buddhism.
HP GK Questions with Answers & Quiz
Q. When Greek-British author and mountaineer Marco Alexander Pallis crossed Lamkhaga Pass?
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Q. Himachal’s first Biodiversity Park is situated in which district?
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Mandi
Q. Which is the highest peak in Himachal Pradesh?
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Shilla (7025 mts in Kinnaur)
Description: Shilla (7025 mts) is a highest mountain peak in Himachal Pradesh. It’s close to Spiti Valley, part of the Himalaya mountains. The name may be derived from: Shi = death, Shi-la = range or peak death. Other meanings locally offered are ‘a place of monastery’ or ‘a gateway to heaven’. The Shilla peak is on the divide between Lingti and Shilla Nullah/nala.
Q. Which Pass connects Kinnaur district with China?
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Shipki La
Description: Shipki La is a mountain pass and border post with a dozen buildings of significant size on the India-China border. It is located in Kinnaur district in the state of Himachal Pradesh and Tibet, China. The pass is one of India’s border posts for trade with Tibet.
The river Sutlej, which is called Langqên Zangbo in Tibet, enters India (from Tibet) near this pass. The pass is close to town of Khab.
Q. Which national park in Himachal Pradesh is known for its population of the endangered Himalayan Musk Deer?
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Answer: Pin Valley National Park.