Which mountain range separates Sirmaur from Shimla?
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Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation:
The Choor Chandni (or Churdhar) range acts as a natural boundary separating the Sirmaur district to the south from the Shimla district (specifically the Chopal area) to the north. It is the highest peak in the outer Himalayas.
📚 Additional Info: Important Peaks
1. Choor Chandni (Churdhar)
- Meaning: “Mountain of the Silver Bangle” (due to its snow-capped appearance in winter) or “Pool of Moonlight”.
- Altitude: ~3,647 meters.
- Location: On the border of Sirmaur and Shimla. It is the highest peak in Sirmaur district.
- Deity: Dedicated to Shirgul Devta (an incarnation of Lord Shiva).
2. Chanshal Peak
- Location: Shimla District (Rohru).
- Significance: The highest peak in Shimla district (~4,520 meters).
- Geography: The Chanshal Pass connects the Rohru valley with the tribal region of Dodra Kawar.
3. Hattoo Peak
- Location: Narkanda (Shimla District).
- Altitude: ~3,400 meters.
- Significance: Famous for the Hattoo Mata temple (believed to be Mandodari, wife of Ravana).
4. Shali Tibba
- Location: Near Sunni (Shimla District).
- Significance: A prominent standalone peak visible from Shimla Ridge. It houses a temple dedicated to Bhimakali.