Chamar, Mountain summit in Gorkha, Nepal
Chamar is a mountain peak in the Sringi Himal range, sitting between two major river valleys in the Gorkha district. The summit reaches about 7.165 meters and features steep slopes that connect the high ranges to the valleys below.
The first recorded ascent happened in 1953 when Maurice Bishop and Sherpa Nyamgel reached the summit. This achievement contributed to the exploration of the Himalayan region and opened pathways for future mountaineering in the area.
The mountain sits in Gorkha, a region shaped by its connection to mountain warfare and Nepal's formation as a unified nation. This heritage influences how locals relate to these peaks and their role in the region's identity today.
Climbers need good acclimatization before attempting this peak because of its steep elevation gain over a short distance. Spring and autumn offer the most stable weather conditions for expeditions to this mountain.
What makes this peak unusual is how quickly it rises from the valley: starting from a river confluence, it gains about 5.500 meters in elevation across less than 13 kilometers. This steep terrain creates a demanding climb that tests mountaineers in ways typical Himalayan ascents might not.
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