K2 mountain 🏔️

 

K2 is the second-highest mountain in the world after Mount Everest and is one of the most famous peaks for mountaineers. Here’s a detailed overview:

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1. Basic Facts

Height: 8,611 meters (28,251 feet)

Location: Lies in the Karakoram Range, on the Pakistan–China border.

Other Names:

Mount Godwin-Austen (named after a surveyor)

Chhogori (local name in Balti language)

It is part of Gilgit-Baltistan in northern Pakistan.

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2. Geography

K2 is located in the Karakoram Range, which is part of the Greater Himalayas.

It is surrounded by other major peaks and glaciers like the Baltoro Glacier.

It is situated in the remote and rugged region of the Karakoram, making access very difficult.

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3. Climbing and Difficulty

Known as the “Savage Mountain” because of its extreme difficulty and dangerous conditions.

Considered harder to climb than Everest due to:

Steep slopes and rock walls

Harsh weather conditions

Frequent avalanches and storms

First Successful Ascent: 31 July 1954 by Achille Compagnoni and Lino Lacedelli (Italy).

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4. Climate and Weather

Extremely cold and harsh throughout the year.

Sudden storms make climbing very risky.

Only a short summer window is suitable for attempts.

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5. Importance

A symbol of Pakistan’s natural beauty and a dream destination for climbers.

Part of the Eight-thousanders (14 mountains above 8,000m).

Located near Concordia, a famous trekking spot where several major glaciers meet.

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6. Interesting Facts

Death Rate: One of the highest among 8,000m peaks (around 25% of climbers who attempt the summit have died).

No Easy Route: Every side of K2 is challenging.

Winter Ascent: First successful winter climb was achieved on 16 January 2021 by a Nepali team