Introduction to K2: An overview of the mountain, its location, history, and significance in mountaineering.
K2 , also known as Mount Godwin-Austen, is the second-highest mountain in the world after Mount Everest, with an elevation of 8,611 meters (28,251 feet). Located in the Karakoram Range in northern Pakistan, K2 is a formidable peak that has been the site of many famous mountaineering expeditions. In this blog, we will provide an overview of the mountain, its location, history, and significance in mountaineering. Location K2 is located on the border between Pakistan and China in the Karakoram Range, a part of the greater Himalayan mountain system. The mountain is situated in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan, and it is part of the Baltoro Glacier. The peak is located in a remote and rugged area that is difficult to access, making it a challenging climb for even the most experienced mountaineers. History K2 was first surveyed by a British survey team in 1856 , and it was named "K2" because it was the second peak in the Karakoram Range to be surveyed. The first attempt to ...