Cho Oyu
RangeHimalayas
CountryNepal/China
Elevation8,188 m
First Ascent1954 (Tichy & Dacher)
About Cho Oyu
The sixth highest mountain and considered the easiest of the eight-thousanders to climb. Its name means Turquoise Goddess. It is a popular first 8,000 m peak for climbers. Located 20 km west of Everest. The normal route is relatively safe compared to other high peaks.
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