Lebong
This article has been extracted from THE IMPERIAL GAZETTEER OF INDIA , 1908. OXFORD, AT THE CLARENDON PRESS. |
Note: National, provincial and district boundaries have changed considerably since 1908. Typically, old states, ‘divisions’ and districts have been broken into smaller units, and many tahsils upgraded to districts. Some units have since been renamed. Therefore, this article is being posted mainly for its historical value.
Lebong
Mountain range in Almora District, United Provinces, forming part of the Himalayan system, and separating Bians from the Darnia valley. It is crossed by a difficult pass, situated in 30° 20' N. and 80° 38' E., which is covered with snow throughout the year. The crest of the pass has an elevation of 18,942 feet above sea-level.