Annapurna: The Deadliest Mountain in the World
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Annapurna: The Most Dangerous Mountain to Climb
Located in the north-central region of Nepal, Annapurna is a massif in the Himalayan mountain range, which includes one peak 8,000 metres, thirteen peaks over 7,000 metres, and sixteen over 6,000 metres.
The massif is about 55 kilometres long, and the highest peak of the massif is Annapurna I Main, which is the tenth highest but the deadliest of all mountains in the world.
- Height: 8,091 m (26,545 ft)
- Location: Gandaki Zone, Nepal
- Parent range: Himalayas
- First ascent: 3 June 1950
- Easiest route: Northwest face
- Fatality rate: 32%
Why Is Annapurna So Deadly?
Annapurna is a fascinating yet treacherous mountain, that lures climbers from around the world. It is a remote and challenging mountain, with technical terrains, fluctuating climatic conditions, and frequent avalanches.
The mountain is prone to frequent avalanches—falls of rock, ice, and snow pieces—which make the climb even harder and riskier. The weather conditions are highly unpredictable and unstable.
