Rimo I, Mountain peak in Eastern Karakoram, India
Rimo I is the highest peak of the Rimo massif in the Eastern Karakoram, in northern India, reaching about 7,385 meters (24,239 feet). It is flanked by large glaciers, including the Central Rimo Glacier, the South Rimo Glacier, and the North Terong Glacier.
The peak was first reached on July 28, 1988, by a four-person Indo-Japanese team, after two failed attempts in 1985 and 1986. This summit marked the first successful ascent in the history of the Rimo massif.
The name Rimo means 'striped mountain' in the local language, referring to the visible layers in the rock. These stripes are visible from a distance and give the peak its recognizable appearance.
The mountain lies in a restricted military zone near the border, so access requires planning well in advance. Climbers must coordinate with the Indian Army and the Indo-Tibet Border Police to obtain the necessary permits before any attempt.
Rimo I sits about 28 kilometers from the Karakoram Pass, one of the highest mountain passes in the world and once a major trade route between India and Central Asia. This proximity places the peak within the same landscape that caravans once crossed for centuries.
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