Gasherbrum III

Gasherbrum III reaches an elevation of 7,946 meters, featuring steep snowfields and glacial formations across its northern and southern faces.

The first successful expedition to reach the summit occurred on July 9, 1975, when an American team led by Richard McNulty completed the ascent.

The mountain connects the territories of Balti communities, who maintain traditions of supporting climbing expeditions through their ancestral high-altitude regions.

Climbers require multiple weeks of acclimatization at base camp, situated at 5,300 meters, before attempting the technical ascent to the summit.

Despite its considerable height, Gasherbrum III records fewer climbing attempts than neighboring peaks, offering extended periods of solitude during expeditions.

Location: Kashgar Prefecture

Elevation above the sea: 7,946 m

GPS coordinates: 35.75973,76.64195

Latest update: March 6, 2025 20:43