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Trisul is a Himalayan mountain massif consisting of three distinct peaks, located in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, India. The main summit, Trisul I, stands at an elevation of 7,120 meters and is historically significant as one of the first peaks over 7,000 meters to be successfully climbed, achieved by Tom Longstaff's expedition in 1907. The massif is distinguished by its trident-like shape, from which it derives its name, and features prominent glacial basins. It serves as a recognized objective for experienced high-altitude mountaineers.
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Trisul ranks #111 of 187 in the Mountain ranking, behind Barre des Écrins, ahead of Mount Meru.
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Who made the first ascent of Trisul I?
Tom Longstaff reached Trisul I in 1907 with Subedar Karbir Burathoki and the Swiss guides Alexis and Henri Brocherel. At 7,120 meters, it was the highest mountain yet climbed at that time.
Are Trisul I, II, and III separate mountains?
They are three distinct summits within the same massif in Uttarakhand's Kumaon Himalaya. Trisul I is the highest at 7,120 meters, while Trisul II and III form the lower continuation of the group.
Why is the mountain called Trisul?
Its three prominent summits are likened to the trishula, the three-pronged trident associated with the Hindu god Shiva. The massif is visible from parts of the Nanda Devi region.
Is climbing Trisul comparable to trekking in the Himalaya?
No, Trisul I is a technical 7,000-meter expedition peak requiring glacier travel, climbing skills, acclimatization, and permits. It is fundamentally different from a supported trek to a viewpoint or base camp.
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