Gurla Mandhata

Gurla Mandhata rises to 7,694 meters above sea level, standing as the highest peak of the Nalakankar Himal mountain range in Tibet.

The first successful climb to the summit occurred in 1985 when a Sino-Japanese expedition team reached the peak after numerous previous failed attempts.

The mountain carries the name Naimona Nyi in Tibetan language, translating to Mountain of the Holy Mother, and holds importance in regional spiritual beliefs.

Access to the mountain requires special permits, with climbers typically establishing their base camp at 5,650 meters on the northeast ridge along Zalompa Glacier.

The mountain features 58 distinct glaciers, including the Duoyou Glacier extending 8.5 kilometers, contributing water to Lake Manasarovar and regional rivers.

Location: Ngari Prefecture

Elevation above the sea: 7,694 m

Part of: Nalakankar Himal

GPS coordinates: 30.43847,81.29615

Latest update: March 3, 2025 01:38