Nathu La, at 4,310 metres in the Dongkya Range, links Sikkim with Yadong County in Tibet
Background
Nathu La Pass sits at 4,310 metres in the Dongkya Range of the Himalayas. It bridges China's Yadong County in Tibet and the Indian state of Sikkim. The pass marks the India-China frontier and facilitates Indo-Chinese border trade. It was historically a part of the ancient Silk Route. The pass is open from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM and closed on Mondays.
Altitude:
4,310 metres
Range:
Dongkya Range
Connects:
Sikkim and Yadong County, Tibet
Closed on:
Mondays
Why it matters for exams: Mountain passes and border trade points are standard geography and security questions.
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