Tag: Baltoro Karakoram

K2 (Godwin Austen)

K2 (Godwin Austen, Chhogori, Chogri Peak, چھوغوری) K2 is a majestic mountain located in the Karakoram range on the border between Pakistan and China. It is the second-highest peak in the world, standing tall at 28,251 feet, and is considered one of the toughest mountains to climb. K2 is also known as Mount Godwin-Austen, named …

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Skyang Kangri

Skyang Kangri (سکیانگ کنگری) | Skyank Kangri | Staircase Peak Skyang Kangri, also known as the Staircase Peak, is one of the most invigorating and challenging peaks to climb in the world. Nestled on the border between Pakistan and China, it is a sublime testament to the grandeur of nature, standing tall at an astounding …

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Muztagh Tower

Muztagh Tower (Mustagh Tower) Muztagh Tower, also known as Mustagh Tower, is a prominent peak in the Karakoram mountain range that straddles the borders of Gilgit–Baltistan, in Pakistan, and Xinjiang, in China. With an impressive height of 7,276 meters (23,871 feet), Muztagh Tower is renowned for its sheer beauty and technical climbing difficulty. Its name …

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Skil Brum

Skil Brum (سکل برم‎, Skilbrum) Skil Brum is an awe-inspiring mountain nestled in the heart of the Karakoram Range. Standing tall at an elevation of 7,410 meters (24,310 ft), this majestic peak boasts a challenging ascent and unparalleled panoramic views. The Karakoram Range, home to Skil Brum, is a prominent mountain range spanning across the borders …

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K5 (Gasherbrum I)

K5 (Gasherbrum I, گاشر برم -1, 加舒尔布鲁木I峰, 加舒爾布魯木I峰, Jiāshūěrbùlǔmù I Fēng) Gasherbrum I, also known as K5, is situated on the border of Pakistan and China, and is a part of the majestic Baltoro Karakoram mountain range. The name ‘Gasherbrum’ translates to ‘beautiful mountain’ in the local language, and it is a fitting description for …

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K3 (Gasherbrum IV)

K3 (Gasherbrum IV) Gasherbrum IV, also known as K3, stands as a testament to the majesty and grandeur of the Baltoro Karakoram range. Nestled between China and Pakistan, it is the 17th highest mountain on Earth, and the 6th highest in Pakistan. The mountain was first climbed in 1958 by an Italian expedition led by …

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