Sarpo Laggo Glacier

Sarpo Laggo Glacier is a large ice mass in the Karakoram range that extends through the Baltoro Muztagh mountains in Xinjiang. The glacier covers a substantial area and connects with surrounding ice formations to create a complex frozen landscape.

The glacier was named after Francis Younghusband, who crossed the Old Mustagh Pass into this region in the early 1900s. His expedition provided the first detailed geographic knowledge of the high mountain passes connecting the area to neighboring territories.

The glacier represents a central element in the mountaineering traditions of the Karakoram range, connecting different communities across the China-Pakistan border.

Reaching the glacier requires a demanding trek from Kashgar through mountainous terrain along the Karakoram Highway. Visitors need to prepare for high altitude conditions and should travel with local guides and proper equipment suited to this remote location.

The glacier is part of a connected system of nearby ice masses, including the neighboring Younghusband Glacier, showing how multiple glaciers interact in this high-altitude region. This network reveals the way different frozen formations influence each other across the broader landscape of the Karakoram.

Location: Xinjiang

GPS coordinates: 35.88333,76.25000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:47