Broad Peak

Broad Peak reaches an altitude of 8,051 meters, making it the twelfth highest mountain on Earth, situated between K2 and Gasherbrum IV.

The Austrian expedition team of Fritz Wintersteller, Marcus Schmuck, Kurt Diemberger, and Hermann Buhl completed the first ascent in June 1957 without supplemental oxygen.

The mountain carries different names across cultures, with local Balti people referring to it as Falchan Kangri, while British explorer Martin Conway named it after the Alps.

Climbers need to obtain permits from Pakistan authorities and typically establish their base camp at 5,000 meters before attempting the standard west ridge route.

The mountain features three separate peaks above 8,000 meters: the main summit at 8,051 meters, Rocky Summit at 8,028 meters, and Central at 8,011 meters.

Location: Kashgar Prefecture

Elevation above the sea: 8,051 m

GPS coordinates: 35.81427,76.56611

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:16