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Antelao

Antelao (Nantelòu) Antelao, located in Italy, is an iconic mountain that adds to the country’s rich topography. It is the second highest peak in the Dolomites, a mountain range in northeastern Italy renowned for its distinctive pale color and unique formations. Antelao, often referred to as the “King of the Dolomites,” stands majestically over the …

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Marmolada

Marmolada Marmolada, fondly known as the “Queen of the Dolomites,” is an iconic mountain range located in the northeastern part of Italy, in the province of Bolzano. Recognized as the highest mountain range in the Dolomites, it is a popular destination among hiking and climbing enthusiasts around the world. Its unique geographical features and breathtaking …

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Mont Blanc

Mont Blanc (mɔ̃ blɑ̃, Monte Bianco) Mont Blanc, also known as the “White Mountain”, is the highest mountain in the Graian Alps and indeed in Western Europe, reaching an elevation of 4,807 meters. It is located between the regions of Haute-Savoie in France and Aosta in Italy. Its awe-inspiring peak has been a magnet for …

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Aiguille du Dru

Aiguille du Dru (Dru, the Drus, Les Drus) The Aiguille du Dru, a prominent peak in the French Alps, is a spectacle of natural grandeur that stands tall in the Chamonix Valley in Haute-Savoie. As an integral part of the Mont Blanc massif, Aiguille du Dru holds a special position in the world of mountaineering …

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Aiguille du Midi

Aiguille du Midi The Aiguille du Midi, a remarkable peak in the Mont Blanc massif within the French Alps, stands tall as an iconic symbol of the natural grandeur of Haute-Savoie, France. This impressive mountain peak, reaching an altitude of 3,842 meters, is more than just a geographical feature; it is a testament to the …

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Annapurna

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 …

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Manaslu

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’ …

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Dhaulagiri

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 …

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Cho Oyu

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 …

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Makalu

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 …

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