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Shishapangma is an 8,027-meter mountain peak located entirely within the Tibet Autonomous Region of China. It is the fourteenth and lowest of the world's fourteen peaks that rise above 8,000 meters, and it is part of the Jugal Himal subrange. The mountain holds the distinction of being the last of the 8,000-meter peaks to be summited, with a Chinese expedition led by Xu Jing achieving the first ascent in 1964. Its remote location and Tibetan name, which translates to 'grassland above the grassland,' reflect its high-altitude plateau setting.
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Shishapangma ranks #69 of 187 in the Mountain ranking, behind Nemrut Dağı, ahead of Finsteraarhorn.
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Is Shishapangma the only 8,000-meter peak located entirely in China?
Yes, Shishapangma is the only one of the fourteen 8,000-meter peaks that lies entirely within the borders of a single country, China's Tibet Autonomous Region. The other thirteen 8,000-meter peaks either straddle international borders or are located in Nepal or Pakistan.
When was the first ascent of Shishapangma and who climbed it?
The first ascent of Shishapangma was achieved on May 2, 1964, by a Chinese expedition led by Xu Jing. This was the last of the fourteen 8,000-meter peaks to be summited, largely because Tibet was closed to foreign climbers for many years.
Is Shishapangma considered one of the easier 8,000-meter peaks to climb?
Shishapangma is generally regarded as one of the most accessible 8,000-meter peaks due to its relatively lower altitude of 8,027 meters and the existence of a standard route with moderate technical difficulty. However, it still carries significant objective dangers including avalanches and extreme weather conditions common to all Himalayan giants.
What is the standard climbing route on Shishapangma?
The most common route follows the North Face and Northeast Ridge, typically approached from the north side of the mountain in Tibet. Climbers usually establish several camps above base camp before making a summit push along the relatively straightforward but long ridge.
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