Gasherbrum VI, Mountain summit in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Gasherbrum VI is a mountain summit in the Karakoram range reaching approximately 6,979 meters with steep slopes and complex ridge systems. The peak sits at the northeastern end of Baltoro Glacier and features extensive ice fields and crevassed terrain.
The peak was named and documented in 1856 during the Great Trigonometric Survey of India led by Thomas George Montgomerie. This systematic mapping effort catalogued the Karakoram summits and contributed to geographic knowledge of the region.
The name comes from the Balti language and reflects how local people describe the mountain's impressive character. Inhabitants of the region use this term to acknowledge the peak's importance in their landscape.
Reaching the mountain requires trekking across Baltoro Glacier and obtaining permits along with experienced local guides. The approach demands thorough preparation and equipment suitable for high altitude and glacier travel.
The summit remains unclimbed despite repeated attempts by mountaineers over several decades. A Danish expedition in 1987 reached approximately 6,200 meters but turned back before the top.
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