Nubra River
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The Nubra River is a river in the Nubra Valley of Ladakh in India. It is a tributary of the Shyok River (a part of the Indus River system) and originates from the Siachen Glacier,[1] the second-longest non-polar glacier in the world.[2][3] In earlier Tibetan maps, it was referred as Yarma Tsangpo.[4]
Quick Facts Nubra River Yarma Tsangpo, Location ...
Nubra River Yarma Tsangpo | |
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Location | |
Country | India |
Union Territory | Ladakh |
Region | Ladakh |
District | Leh |
Physical characteristics | |
Source | 35°4′N 77°1′E |
• location | Siachen Glacier |
• elevation | 5,753 m (18,875 ft) |
Mouth | |
• location | Shyok river at Khalsar |
Length | 80 km (50 mi) |
Basin features | |
River system | Indus River |
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