Rishi Pahar

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Rishi Pahar
Elevation 6,992 metres
Location Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand, India
Range Kumaon Himalaya
Coordinates 30°31′48″N, 79°59′25″E
First ascent 1975
Easiest route Western Ridge

Rishi Pahar is a Himalayan mountain peak, located in Uttarakhand state in India. It lies in the Pithoragarh district. The altitude of the summit is 6,992 m. Rishi Pahar is situated on the west ridge over Milam Glacier. The peak lies south of Trishuli (7,074 m) and Hardeol (7,151 m) peaks on the same ridge. The massif forms barrier or divide between Milam and Uttari Rishi Ganga valley. The first ascent to the summit was made in 1975 through western ridge. This peak is situated on the eastern rim of Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve. Rishi Pahar in Hindi means 'The Peak of Saint'.