Passes of the Eastern Himalayas

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Sikkim

Nathu La

• altitude of 4310 m
• it forms part of an offshoot of the ancient Silk Route
• an important trade route between India and China
• It was closed after the Chinese aggression on India in 1962 but was reopened in 2006 as the governments of the two countries decided to enhance their trade through land routes

Jelep La

• altitude of 4538 m
• passes through Chumbi Valley
• important link between Sikkim and Lhasa

Arunachal Pradesh

Bom Di La

• altitude of 4331 m
• Situated at an altitude of 4331 m near the western boundary of Arunachal Pradesh in the Greater Himalayas, this pass connects Arunachal Pradesh with Lhasa

Dihang Pass

• elevation of more than 4000 m it provides passage

Yonggyap Pass

Dipher Pass

• easy access between Arunachal Pradesh and Mandalay in Myanmar. It is an important land trade route between India and Myanmar and remains open throughout the year.

Kumjawng Pass

Hpungan Pass

Chankan Pass