Mount Everest is not the hardest mountain to climb — here's what makes K2 so much worse
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Mount Everest is not the hardest mountain to climb — here's what makes K2 so much worse
The second-highest mountain in the world, K2, is harder to climb than Mount Everest. Vanessa O'Brien explains why fewer people make it to the top.
May 28, 2019
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🇵🇹✨ Historic Summit Achievement! On May 22, 2025, at 1:00 PM Nepal Time, Maria Conceição made history by becoming the first Portuguese woman to summit Lhotse, the world’s fourth-highest mountain! 🏔️ This marks a powerful milestone in her mountaineering journey — after becoming the first Portuguese woman to summit Everest in 2013 and K2 in 2024, she is deeply honored to now add Lhotse to this extraordinary list. #MariaConceição #portuguese #mteverest #mteverest2025 #EverestNews #trekkinginnepa
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The final push to the summit of Broad Wing 8,051m would be an exhilarating and challenging experience. The Karakoram range is a majestic destination, known for its breathtaking landscapes and towering peaks. Some popular spots in the Karakoram include: - *K2*: The second-highest peak in the world, located on the Pakistan-China border. - *Naltar Valley*: A scenic valley known for its natural beauty and trekking opportunities. - *Shigar Valley*: A picturesque valley with stunning views of surround
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The final push to the summit of Broad Wing 8,051m would be an exhilarating and challenging experience. The Karakoram range is a majestic destination, known for its breathtaking landscapes and towering peaks. Some popular spots in the Karakoram include: - *K2*: The second-highest peak in the world, located on the Pakistan-China border. - *Naltar Valley*: A scenic valley known for its natural beauty and trekking opportunities. - *Shigar Valley*: A picturesque valley with stunning views of surround
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Alpine Ace Treks on Instagram: "Mt. K2 Summit 🏔 K2, the second-highest mountain in the world, stands at 8,611 meters (28,251 feet) in the Karakoram Range on the Pakistan-China border. Known for its extreme difficulty, it earned the nickname “The Savage Mountain.” ✅Key Facts: 🌍 Location: Karakoram Range, Pakistan-China border 🗻 Height: 8,611 meters (28,251 feet) 🎒 First Ascent: July 31, 1954, by Lino Lacedelli and Achille Compagnoni of Italy ⛏️ Difficulty: Extremely challenging due to steep,
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