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 …
Aug 19 2023
Ngadi Chuli (Manaslu II, Peak 29, Dakura, Dakum, Dunapurna) Ngadi Chuli, also known as Peak 29, is the 20th highest mountain on Earth. It is located in the Manang district of Nepal and is part of the Annapurna massif in the Himalayas. This impressive peak stands tall with an elevation of 7,871 meters (25,823 feet), …
Aug 19 2023
Machapuchare (Machhapuchchhre, Machhapuchhre, माछापुच्छ्रे) Machapuchare, also known as the “Fish Tail Mountain,” stands as an iconic symbol of the tranquil yet imposing beauty of the Annapurna Himalayas in Nepal. This mountain, with its distinctively shaped double summit, resembling the tail of a fish, is nestled amidst the Annapurna range, located in the north-central part of …
Aug 19 2023
Himalchuli (Himal Chuli) Himalchuli, a major peak in the Nepalese Himalayas, stands as a remarkable testimony to the natural beauty and grandeur of Nepal. Located in the Boudha Himal subrange of the Himalayas, it is the second highest mountain of this subrange, standing majestically at an elevation of 7,893 meters. Himalchuli’s prominence in the world …
Aug 19 2023
Gyachung Kang (ग्याचुङ्काङ, Gyāchung Kāng, 格重康峰, Gézhòngkāng Fēng) Gyachung Kang, a remarkable peak located in the Himalayas, holds a unique position in the realm of mountaineering and geographical exploration. It is known for its dramatic height and complex topography, making it an intriguing attraction for adventure enthusiasts and climbers from all over the world. Nestled …
Aug 19 2023
Kala Patthar (Kala Pattar) Kala Patthar, a notable landmark in Nepal, is a popular trekking destination that attracts adventure seekers from all around the globe. This fascinating land formation is nestled in the Khumbu Himal range of the Himalayas, offering an unparalleled view of the world’s highest peaks. Kala Patthar, which translates to ‘Black Rock’ …
