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Sia Kangri is a very tall mountain. It is about 7,422 metres (24,350 ft) high. This makes it one of the highest mountains in the world! Sia Kangri is found in a huge mountain range called the Karakoram. It sits on the border between China and Pakistan. This amazing mountain is the 61st highest mountain on Earth. The first people to successfully climb to the top of Sia Kangri were Gunther Dyhrenfurth and his team. They reached the summit in 1934.

About Sia Kangri

Sia Kangri is a famous peak in the Karakoram mountain range. It is part of a smaller group of mountains called the Baltoro Muztagh. This area is known for having many very tall mountains. Sia Kangri stands out as one of the highest.

Where is Sia Kangri Located?

Sia Kangri is located in a special part of the world. It is right on the border between China and Pakistan. The Karakoram range stretches across several countries. Sia Kangri is a key part of this massive mountain system.

Who First Climbed Sia Kangri?

The first successful climb of Sia Kangri happened in 1934. A climber named Gunther Dyhrenfurth led an expedition. An expedition is a journey made by a group of people for a special purpose. In this case, their purpose was to reach the top of this challenging mountain. They were the first to achieve this amazing feat.

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