Gasherbrum II East

Gasherbrum II East rises to an elevation of 7,758 meters, marking the border between Pakistan and China in the Karakoram mountain range.

The mountain received its initial designation as K4 during the Great Trigonometric Survey of India conducted by T.G. Montgomerie in 1856.

The name derives from Balti language terminology, where local inhabitants have passed down mountaineering knowledge through multiple generations of expedition support.

Climbing expeditions typically occur between June and September, requiring proper permits from both Pakistani and Chinese authorities, along with experienced local guides.

The mountain presents technical climbing challenges through its combination of steep ice walls, snow fields, and high-altitude conditions above 7,000 meters.

Location: Shigar District

Elevation above the sea: 7,758 m

GPS coordinates: 35.75459,76.66795

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:49