Aug 23 2023
Gokyo Ri Gokyo Ri, a prominent peak in Nepal’s Everest region, provides one of the most breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayas. Its prominence lies not only in its altitude but also in the incredible vistas it offers, which encompass four of the world’s six highest peaks. Positioned at an altitude of 5,357 meters, Gokyo …
Aug 23 2023
Dhaulagiri II (धौलागिरी) Dhaulagiri II, the majestic peak nestled in the Himalayan range, is a prominent attraction for mountaineers and adventure enthusiasts worldwide. Located in the heart of Nepal, specifically in the Gandaki Zone, Dhaulagiri II stands as a testament to the immense natural beauty and challenging terrain that this region possesses. As part of …
Aug 23 2023
Annapurna II Annapurna II, one of the most majestic peaks in the world, is a critical component of the stunning mountainous landscape of Nepal. A part of the Annapurna mountain range nestled in the grandeur of the Himalayas, Annapurna II stands as the eastern anchor of the range, its towering glory reaching an impressive height …
Aug 20 2023
Annapurna (अन्नपूर्णा) “Annapurna, to which we had gone empty handed, was a treasure on which we should live the rest of our days. With this realization we turn the page: a new life begins. There are other Annapurnas in the lives of men.” -Maurice Herzog, first ascender of Annapurna I Annapurna, one of the most …
Aug 20 2023
Manaslu (मनास्लु, Kutang) Manaslu, also known as Kutang, is the eighth highest peak in the world, located in the Mansiri Himal range in the west-central part of Nepal. Rising to a staggering height of 8,163 meters (26,781 feet), Manaslu is a prominent feature in the Nepalese landscape. Its name, derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Manasa’ …
Aug 20 2023
Dhaulagiri (धौलागिरी) Dhaulagiri, a stunningly majestic peak in the Nepalese Himalayas, holds a significant position in the world of mountaineering and adventure. It is the seventh highest mountain globally, reaching an elevation of 8,167 meters (26,795 feet). The name ‘Dhaulagiri’ is derived from Sanskrit words ‘Dhavala,’ which means dazzling, white, beautiful, and ‘Giri,’ which translates …
Aug 20 2023
Cho Oyu (चोयु, ཇོ་བོ་དབུ་ཡ) Cho Oyu, famously known as the Turquoise Goddess in Tibetan, is one of the most prominent peaks in the Himalayas. Situated about 20 km west of Mount Everest and straddling the border between Nepal and Tibet, it forms part of the Mahalangur Himal. The mountain stands as the sixth highest peak …
Aug 20 2023
Makalu Makalu, the fifth highest mountain in the world, is a majestic peak that straddles the border between Nepal and China. Located in the Mahalangur section of the Himalayas, Makalu is renowned for its striking pyramid-like shape and its four sharp ridges. It is considered one of the most challenging mountains to climb due to …
Aug 19 2023
Lhotse (ལྷོ་རྩེ) Lhotse, the fourth highest mountain in the world, looms majestically over the landscape of Tibet and Nepal. Its name translates as ‘South Peak’ in Tibetan and it is part of the Mahalangur Himalaya range, which also includes Mount Everest. Towering at an impressive height of 8,516 meters (27,940 feet), it is one of …
Aug 19 2023
Mount Everest (Sagarmatha, Chomolungma) “My mind is in a state of constant rebellion. I believe that will always be so.” -George Mallory, climber in the first three British expeditions to Mount Everest in the 1920’s Mount Everest, standing proudly at an elevation of 8,848.86 meters above sea level, undeniably earns its title as the highest …
