Your American History Reference Guide!
- Kongur Tagh

HistoryMania Information Site on Kongur Tagh American History American History Search        American History Browse welcome to our free resource site for all enthusiasts!

Kongur Tagh

Kongur Tagh
Elevation:7,719 metres (25,326 feet)
Latitude:38° 38′ N
Longitude:75° 20′ E
Location:China
Range:Kunlun Mountains
First ascent:1981 by British team
Easiest route:rock/snow/ice climb

Kongur Tagh (also referred to as Kongur or Kongur Shan) is the highest peak of the Kunlun Mountains in China. Due to its remoteness and being hidden by nearby peaks, Kongur was not discovered until 1900.

The first attempt to climb Kongur was made in 1956 but the party aborted the attempt when it realized it was beyond their abilities.

The first ascent of Kongur Tagh was completed in 1981 by a British expedition consisting of Chris Bonington, Al Rouse, Peter Boardman and Joe Tasker.

The contents of this article are licensed from Wikipedia.org under the
GNU Free Documentation License. How to see transparent copy
Search | Browse | Contact | Legal info