Kangshung Glacier, Himalayan glacier on Mount Everest's eastern face, Tibet Autonomous Region, China
The Kangshung Glacier flows eastward through the Kangshung Valley, collecting ice from three main faces of Mount Everest and surrounding mountain peaks.
Scientific observations of the Kangshung Glacier over six decades have documented changes in its structure, contributing to understanding climate impacts on Himalayan ice masses.
Local Tibetan communities near the Kangshung Glacier maintain traditional practices while adapting to environmental changes affecting their water resources and agricultural patterns.
Reaching the glacier requires a multi-day trek from Kharta, crossing either Shao La or Langma La passes, with experienced guides necessary for navigation.
The glacier sits between Makalu, the world's fifth-highest peak at 8463 meters, and Pethangtse mountain at 6738 meters, creating a corridor of exceptional elevation changes.
GPS coordinates: 27.98505,87.04959
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:24
Mount Everest
12.2 km
Khumbu Icefall
17.4 km
Ama Dablam
23.1 km
Nuptse
16.1 km
South Summit
12.2 km
Khumbu Glacier
22.3 km
Imja Tse
13.3 km
Rongbuk Glacier
22.3 km
Changtse
13.9 km
Baruntse
14.3 km
Chomo Lonzo
8.4 km
Lhotse Shar
10.8 km
Lhotse Middle
8.1 km
Lingtren
19.8 km
Pokalde
22.3 km
Lhotse Shar Glacier
11.7 km
Imja Glacier
15.8 km
Khartaphu
11.3 km
Cho Polu
9.9 km
Western Cwm
14.9 km
Kala Patthar
21.8 km
Shar Tse
7.6 km
Shelkar Chode
76.5 km
North Face
11.7 km
Kellas Rock Peak
19.3 km
Everest Base Camp
19.8 km
Hillary Peak
14.1 km
Kangchungtse
8.3 kmReviews
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