Alaknanda River has its origin here. Satopanth, a triangular lake, is located at a height of 4402 m above the sea level and is one of the sources of the Alakananda River. Alka Puri is also believed to be the abode of Kuber, Yakshas and Gandharvas.
Mana Village is located nearby.
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