Mountain pass is a connectivity route through the mountain run. It is a gateway to connect different parts of the country and also with neighbouring countries for different purposes. Some of the Important Mountain Passes India are: Zoji La Bara- Lacha Pass Mana Pass Shipki La Jelep La Nathu La Pass: It is located in the state of Sikkim. This famous pass is located in the India- China border and was reopened in 2006. It forms a part of an offshoot of the ancient silk route. It is one of the trading border posts between India and China. Shipki La Pass: It is located through Sutlej Gorge. It connects Himachal Pradesh with Tibet. It is India’s third border post for trade with China after Lipu Lekh and Nathula Pass. Jelep La Pass: This pass passes through the Chumbi valley. It connects Sikkim with Lhasa, the capital of Tibet. Qara Tagh Pass: It is located in the Karakoram Mountains. It was a subsidiary of the ancient silk route.