Masherbrum

KarakoramPakistan

RangeKarakoram

CountryPakistan

Elevation7,821 m

First Ascent1960 (Bell & Unsoeld)

About Masherbrum

Also known as K1, the first peak mapped in the Karakoram. Its name means Queen of Peaks in Balti. The south face is a dramatic 3,000 m wall. Less famous than K2 but equally impressive. Located at the entrance to the Hushe Valley.

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