Nuptse

Nuptse stands at 7,861 meters, forming a massive wall along the southern edge of Western Cwm near Mount Everest in the Himalayas.

Dennis Davis and Sherpa Tashi completed the first ascent of the main peak on May 16, 1961, through the north ridge during a British expedition.

The name originates from Tibetan language, translating to 'west peak' due to its position as the western section of the Lhotse-Nuptse formation.

Climbing permits, specialized equipment, and extensive mountaineering experience are required before attempting to reach the summit through established routes.

The mountain remained largely unvisited after its first ascent, receiving only two additional climbers until September 1996 due to its technical challenges.

Location: Sagarmatha Zone

Elevation above the sea: 7,861 m

GPS coordinates: 27.96737,86.88696

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:36