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Gasherbrum Glacier of Mt. K2 Range
The Karakorum range
soemtimes is included in the Himalayas. Its Mt. K2 (8,611 m = 28,250 ft) is the
second highest peak in the world. There are 4 peaks over 8,000 m and 15 peaks
over 7,500 m in the Karakarum range. About 28 - 37% of Karakarum range is
covered by glaciers.
Among 8 longest glaciers in the world, 6 were developed here. The Karakarum
range is the crown of world's glaciers.
However the mysteries of the glaciers on its north
side are still waiting for world explorers.
The Gesherbrum Glacier is originated from two >8,000m peaks of the main ridge of Karakorum range. Its impressive ice pinnacles forest extend all the way from its terminus to 5,400m altitude, nearly 20 km in its horizontal distance. And numerous beautiful ice caverns, ice bridges etc.
You will only be able to approach it by through the Tajla Makan Desert in SinKiang Province of China. This expedition will be an extraordinary expedition and unforgettable life time experience.
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| Spectacular view of the upper & middle
reaches of the Gasherbrum Glacier. |
Expeditions available:
Glacier Scientific Expedition of Mt. K2 ( Gasherbrum Glacier & Urdak Glacier), 2001