The
Gangotri Group of
mountains is a subdivision of the
Garhwal Himalaya in the northern
Indian state of
Uttarakhand. It rings the
Gangotri Glacier, and contains peaks that are notable either for their religious significance to
Hindus, for their difficult climbing routes, or both. Climbs on three of the peaks (Thalay Sagar, Shivling, and Meru) have resulted in the awarding of the prestigious (but controversial) climbing award, the
Piolet d'Or.