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Broad Peak is an 8,051-meter mountain in the Karakoram range, straddling the border between Pakistan and China. As the twelfth-highest peak in the world, it derives its name from its extensive summit ridge, which stretches for over 1.5 kilometers. The mountain was first successfully climbed in June 1957 by a lightweight Austrian expedition that included legendary climbers Hermann Buhl and Kurt Diemberger. It is considered one of the more achievable of the eight-thousanders, though its high altitude and unpredictable weather remain serious hazards.
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Broad Peak ranks #46 of 187 in the Mountain ranking, behind Khan Tengri, ahead of Huascarán.
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Why is Broad Peak called Broad Peak?
Broad Peak derives its name from its exceptionally extensive summit ridge, which stretches for over 1.5 kilometers. This unusually long, flat ridge gives the mountain a distinctively wide appearance at the top.
How tall is Broad Peak?
Broad Peak stands at an elevation of 8,051 meters (26,414 feet). This officially makes it the twelfth-highest peak in the entire world.
Where is Broad Peak located?
Broad Peak is located in the Karakoram mountain range, straddling the border between Pakistan and China. It is part of the Gasherbrum massif, sitting closely alongside the famous K2.
Who made the first ascent of Broad Peak?
An Austrian expedition led by Marcus Schmuck made the first successful ascent of Broad Peak in 1957. The summit team famously included legendary mountaineers Kurt Diemberger and Hermann Buhl.
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