Gyachung Kang facts for kids
Gyachung Kang is a huge mountain in the Himalayas. It stands tall at about 7,952 meters (26,089 feet) high. This makes it one of the world's tallest mountains. In fact, it is the 15th highest mountain on Earth!
You can find Gyachung Kang in Asia. It sits right on the border between two countries: Nepal and China.
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Exploring Gyachung Kang
Where is Gyachung Kang Located?
Gyachung Kang is part of the mighty Himalayas mountain range. This range stretches across several countries in Asia. The mountain itself is special because it marks the border. One side is in Nepal, and the other is in China.
How Tall is Gyachung Kang?
This impressive peak reaches a height of 7,952 meters. That's about 26,089 feet! To give you an idea, that's almost as tall as Mount Everest, but not quite. It's still one of the highest points you can find anywhere. Its great height makes it a challenging climb.
Reaching the Top
The first people to successfully climb Gyachung Kang were a team of brave mountaineers. They reached the very top in 1964. The climbers were Yukihiko Kato, Kiyoto Sakaizawa, and Sirdar Pasang Putra Three. Their amazing achievement showed great skill and determination.
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A map commemorating the All Japan Mountaineering Federation's 1964 expedition and successful summit of Gyachung Kang.
See also
In Spanish: Gyachung Kang para niños
