Aug 25 2023
Nuptse (ནུབ་རྩེ། नुबचे, Nub rtse, Nubtse) Nuptse, a prominent peak in the Everest region of the Himalayas, is one of Nepal’s most iconic landmarks. Located in the Khumbu region, just two miles southwest of Mount Everest, Nuptse stands majestically with a peak elevation of 7,861 meters (25,791 feet). The mountain’s name, which translates to ‘West …
Aug 25 2023
Annapurna IV Annapurna IV is a prominent peak located in the Annapurna mountain range, part of the larger Himalayas range, in the Gandaki province of Nepal. Standing at an elevation of approximately 7,525 meters, it is one of the significant and challenging peaks to climb in the region. Annapurna IV, nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty …
Aug 25 2023
Jongsong Peak Jongsong Peak, an eminent part of the Himalayas, stands as a testament to the majestic and awe-inspiring grandeur of one of the world’s most significant mountain ranges. Situated at an impressive altitude of 24,482 feet, Jongsong Peak is the third highest peak in India and the 57th highest peak globally. The peak is …
Aug 25 2023
Kumbhakarna | Jannu | Phoktanglungma “That is not a mountain, it is a ferocious giant.” -Everest ascensionist Tenzing Norgay on Kumbhakarna Kumbhakarna, also known as Jannu, is a noteworthy peak of the Himalayas in Nepal. Situated in the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area to the east of the country, this towering mountain is the 32nd highest peak …
Aug 25 2023
Annapurna III Annapurna III, one of the significant peaks in the Annapurna mountain range, stands majestically in the Gandaki province of Nepal. This peak is part of the greater Himalayas, a mountain range that stretches across five countries and is known for its breathtaking beauty and formidable challenges for mountaineers. Annapurna III, reaching an elevation …
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’ …
