Kamet, Mountain summit in Chamoli district, India
Kamet is a mountain in the Zanskar Range in India, rising to about 7,756 meters with a pyramid-shaped form and two distinct summits. Three glaciers surround the massif and shape its appearance.
The mountain was first summited in 1931 by a British expedition led by Frank Smythe and Eric Shipton with local Sherpa guides. This ascent marked a key milestone in the climbing history of the region.
The name comes from the Tibetan word Kangmed, meaning lower snows, and reflects the mountain's location near the Tibetan border.
Climbers approach the summit from Joshimath town, with the best season between May and September when weather is more stable. Proper acclimatization and preparation are needed to manage the altitude and conditions.
The East Kamet Glacier route through Meade's Col offers demanding technical climbing at extreme altitudes. This passage remains one of the most challenging sections for climbers attempting the peak.
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