Saser Kangri II, Mountain summit in Saser Muztagh, Ladakh, India.
Saser Kangri II is a peak in the Saser Muztagh range within the Karakoram mountains, rising to about 7,500 meters. The mountain is surrounded by glaciers and snow, located in one of India's most remote mountain regions.
The peak was first successfully climbed in 2011 after many previous attempts. This ascent marked the completion of years of efforts to reach this isolated mountain.
The name comes from the local Ladakhi language, where Saser means yellow and Kangri refers to a snow-covered peak, reflecting regional naming traditions. For people in Ladakh, this mountain is part of their landscape and cultural identity in this high region.
Access requires permits from Indian authorities and climbers must work with local mountain guides. Visitors should prepare for extreme altitude, cold conditions, and remote terrain.
Before its first successful ascent in 2011, this mountain held the distinction of being one of the highest unclimbed peaks in the world. This made it a special goal for extreme mountaineers.
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