K2 is the second highest mountain in the world, with a peak of 28,251ft
(8611m). Situated on the border of Pakistan and China, it is commonly
known as the ‘Savage Mountain’ due to its difficult ascent and high
fatality rate. The first successful ascent was by an Italian expedition
in 1954, though not every climb has been as successful. In fact, a
quarter of those attempting to climb K2 have died.
Sunday 7 April 2013
K2, Pakistan
K2 is the second highest mountain in the world, with a peak of 28,251ft
(8611m). Situated on the border of Pakistan and China, it is commonly
known as the ‘Savage Mountain’ due to its difficult ascent and high
fatality rate. The first successful ascent was by an Italian expedition
in 1954, though not every climb has been as successful. In fact, a
quarter of those attempting to climb K2 have died.
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