Mountains are one of the most fascinating natural features that attract humans. There is so much on the mountain that people feel the need to explore and climb. Many travelers have been documented for their determination to climb the highest mountain in the world. However, not many people know enough about the mountains and their challenges.
Knowing about the mountains is a must for anyone interested in traveling, especially exploring them. This can only be achieved by learning more about them and thus being better prepared to explore. Here are the 10 highest mountains in the world and their success rates.
10 Mount Everest
Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world with a maximum elevation of 8848m. This magnificent mountain is located in China, on the border of Nepal and Tibet. The mountain is characterized by rough terrain, rocks and ice. Overall, it attracts many climbers due to its height and unique conditions. The first climbers were Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary in 1953. On average, it takes climbers 54 days to reach the summit of Mount Everest. As a result, only the strong can reach the top.
9 K2 Karakoram Mountains
K2 is the second highest peak with an altitude of 8611m. The mountain is located on the border of Pakistan and China. It is considered one of the hardest mountains to climb in the world. This is also because it has the second highest number of fatalities among those trying to climb it. So far, 77 people have died and 300 climbers have made it to the summit.
8 Kangchenjunga
Kanchenjunga, the third highest peak in the world, is 8586 meters above sea level, located in the Himalayas, at the junction of India and Nepal. As we all know, Kanchenjunga is very high and the conditions are harsh. However, while climbing the mountain, it faced some challenges and only a few climbers were able to make it to the top. Climbers take an average of 40 to 60 days to climb Kanchenjunga. 187 climbers made it to the summit.
7 Lhotse, Himalayas
Lhotse is one of the most famous mountains on this list. It is a mountain found in the Himalayas with an altitude of 8515m. The mountain is also very close to Mount Everest, so there is a section where they share the same climbing route. Lhotse was first climbed in 1956 by Fritz Luchsinger and Ernst. However, it is a mountain that requires a lot of preparation to climb due to the harrowing slope and intricate shape.
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Mount Makalu is also located in the Himalayas on the border between Tibet and Nepal. The mountain is 8485m above sea level. The mountain was first summited in 1955, but Jean Franco has only climbed one peak during this time. However, more attempts followed, and two more summits were explored in May 1955. Makalu Mountain is characterized by a lot of rocks, so it is not easy to climb. Many have tried, but most have failed. Only 206 ascents were successful.
5 Cho Oyu Mountain
Cho Oyu Mountain is 8188 meters above sea level, located at the junction of Nepal and Tibet. It is considered the easiest place to climb due to the gentle slope. Cho Oyu has also been successfully climbed by many people with less difficulty compared to other peaks. Joseph Joechler completed the first ascent of Cho Oyu in October 1954. It is important to note that the first 8000m is easier to climb.
4 Dhaulagiri
Dhaulagiri Mountain is located in Nepal with an altitude of 8167 meters. Compared to other mountains in the region, this mountain has an amazing beauty. Many people know this mountain because it is easy to see on the Annapurna circuit. A fact about Mount Dhaulagiri is that it has the deepest canyon in the world and is divided into two parts – Kaligandaki Canyon. While the climb is not difficult, it can take up to 50 days.
3 Manaslu, Nepal
Manaslu is a mountain discovered in Nepal and was first climbed by Toshio Imaishi and Jazan Norbu. The mountain was first summited in May 1956. Mount Manaslu is also known as the “Spiritual Mountain”. For many climbers it is used as the first trail, many with success. However, as many as 18 people died trying to climb the mountain. The trip takes about 40 days.
2 Nanga Parbat
Nanga Parbat is a mountain found in Pakistan with an altitude of 8126 meters. Nanga Parbat is also known as “The Naked Mountain”, which is what its name means. It is also the highest mountain. Its Rupal face is 4,600m high. As many as 30 climbers are known to attempt to climb Nanga Parbat. The first person to attempt the climb was Albert F. Mummery.
1 Annapurna I, Nepal
Annapurna is located in Nepa and is a mountain with an altitude of 8091m. The mountain is also popular for trekking Annapurna. This mountain also has some of the most dangerous climbs. Annapurna has six peaks of different heights. Annapurna I is the highest, 8091m, Annapurna South, 7219m, Annapurna II, 2nd, 7937m, Gangapurna 7455m, Annapurna II, 7937m, Annapurna IV, 7555m and Annapurna IV, 7525m.
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