About Swaragrohini
Located in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, Swaragrohini is a mountain massif that is part of the Bandarpunch range. The massif consists of four peaks, of which Swargarohini I is the main peak. Swargarohini I West rises to an elevation of 6252 meters (20,512 feet), while Swargarohini I East is located at an elevation of 6247 meters (20,495 feet).
West of the Gangotri group of peaks, these Swaragrohini peaks, along with Bandapunch, act as a water divide between the Yamuna and the Bhagirathi Rivers. The Tons River, which originates from the peaks, is a major tributary of the Yamuna River.
Mythology
An interesting mythology of the Mahabharata is associated with Swargarohini peaks. It is believed that once pandavas left their kingdom, they followed the route that led from Swargarohini peaks.
Attempts
Situated on the route of the Har Ki Dun trek, Swaragrohini peaks are quite popular among trekkers. The first successful attempt was made in the year 1990 by a team of instructors from the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering. In 1994, a total fifteen attempts were made, of which many were successful and unsuccessful.