Annapurna

Annapurna rises to 8,091 meters above sea level, making it the tenth highest mountain peak on Earth and part of the Himalayan range.

The French mountaineers Maurice Herzog and Louis Lachenal completed the first ascent of Annapurna on June 3, 1950, marking the first conquest of an 8,000-meter peak.

The mountain name derives from Sanskrit, translating to 'full of food,' referencing the Hindu goddess of nourishment who provides sustenance to the region.

Climbers must obtain permits and typically attempt ascents during spring or autumn months when weather conditions present fewer risks for high-altitude expeditions.

The mountain's south face presents a vertical wall rising 3,000 meters, establishing it as one of the most challenging climbs in high-altitude mountaineering.

Location: Gandaki Province

Elevation above the sea: 7,756 m

GPS coordinates: 28.59581,83.81992

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:14