K12

K12 is a mountain peak in the Saltoro Hills within the Karakoram range, located near the Siachen Glacier. Its slopes consist of steep rock faces combined with extensive glacial ice fields.

Indian surveyors first mapped and measured this peak systematically, establishing its exact elevation. The mountain later gained attention when mountaineers began planning expeditions to its summit.

The mountain stands in a region where Ladakhi traditions and mountaineering culture intersect deeply. Local communities have long connected this high altitude landscape to their stories and way of life.

Climbers must prepare for extreme altitude, severe cold, and crevasses that define this challenging climb. Summer months offer the most stable weather conditions for attempting the ascent.

The mountain served as a high-altitude training ground where mountaineers established base camps at different elevations. This connection between sport climbing and military preparation gives the peak a special role in expedition history.