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The mountains have always taught us to hold the ground, stand tall and shine out. Have you ever been to the mountains of Nepal? If you have then, you will undoubtedly learn these lessons to outshine in life.
There is a bundle of reasons to visit Nepal, as the country is rich in natural resources and cultural heritages. However, one of the major reasons for people to visit this landlocked country is its breathtaking mountains and ranges.
Every year a number of tourists plan to trek and summit the glorious mountains of Nepal. As it is a mountainous country, there is a bundle of options to offer for the visitors, but there are a few which are often preferred by the people.
The country is home to the highest peak in the world, Mount Everest which is also known as Sagarmatha among the locals. Along with this peak, there are eight mountains over the height of 8000 meters in the country. Additionally, there are 1310 peaks including the eight above which have a height above six thousand meters.
Although the country has thousands of peaks to offer, only a few are famous in the world for climbing among the mountaineers. Among these famous ones, there are the top five mountains that you mustn’t miss visiting in 2023.
There are several infamous mountains in Nepal, each with their specification. If you are keen on mountains and mountaineering then you must have certainly heard of the top mountains in Nepal. To learn about the five such special mountains, keep on reading this article.
Here are the five top most mountains in Nepal that you must not miss visiting this year.
Mount Everest is well known as the highest peak in the world with a height of 8848.88 meters above sea level. This peak is located in the Khumbu Mahalangur Himalaya Range.
Besides being the toughest and most challenging peak to summit, it also has other fascinating features to attract visitors. A wide range of flora and fauna, landscapes, waterfalls, and streams are other attractions along the trekking route to Everest.
A breathtaking view of snowcapped mountains is tempting enough for visitors to dare climb such a dangerous peak of the world. There are several factors such as low levels of oxygen, unpredictable avalanches, and steep routes which result in the death of many climbers.
In addition to summiting the mountain, the traditions and customs of the native Sherpa community are another attraction to visiting Mount Everest.
Thus, plan your next vacation trip to Mount Everest to gain the best experience in Nepal. The best time to visit the summits in Nepal is mid of September to May as the weather favors the most in this season.
The third-highest mountain in the world, Mount Kanchenjunga is one of the must-visit summits in the world. Mount Kanchenjunga is a part of the Great Himalayan Range with its arms spread across all four directions. It has an elevation of 8586 meters and is situated in the eastern Himalayan with Sikkim on its border.
Kanchenjunga has four ridges in the east, west, south, ad north. And the glaciers between these ridges are the major attractions of a trek to this mountain. Climbing Mt. Kanchenjunga is challenging yet adventurous.
Actually, the name of this mountain originated from the Tibetan words Kang-chen-dzo-nga or Yang-chhen-dzö-nga. And it translates to Five Treasuries of the Great Snow in the language of Sikkimese.
This mountain holds religious beliefs along with the abundance of natural beauty. It holds an important place in the mythology and religious ritual of the local inhabitants.
Despite being the third highest mountain, it is very challenging to the summit. Hence, many people find it fortunate enough to be able to trek just even to its base camp.
If you are someone who is new to mountaineering then Mount Cho Oyu Expedition is the best option for beginning your journey. This mountain has an elevation of 8201 meters and is located about 20 miles to the northwest of Mount Everest. That's why climbers often summit this mountain along with Everest.
This mountain is located on the Nepalese-Tibetan border so, it used to be a trade route between the two countries in past years. Mount Cho Oyu holds religious importance to Tibetan people as they consider it their turquoise goddess.
According to Tibetan legend the Bald God- Cho Oyu turned his back on Chomolungma- the Mother Goddess of Mount Everest because she refused his proposal of matrimony.
The major attractions of this mountain are caravans of mules in the white snow and mesmerizing view of the glacial lakes.
Mount Annapurna is the best trek for aspirants of natural beauty. The trek to this mountain is full of well sculpted scenic view of snow-capped mountains, dark green forests decorated with seasonal flowers like rhododendron.
People often visit Annapurna Circuit trek every climbing seasons to enjoy this beauty and the climb. There are two peaks, Annapurna I and Annapurna II, both of which are equally important peaks for the visitors. Annapurna I has an elevation of 7952 meters and Annapurna II has height of 7937 meters.
There are several trekking routs along this mountain that people can enjoy. Some people visit either of the peaks, whereas some trek up to the Annapurna Base Camp, well known as ABC trek.
Besides, the peaks, some people also trek the whole Annapurna circuit and half Annapurna circuit. The trail of this trek varies form 160 km to 200 km depending upon the rout you choose.
Along with scenic trek, this mountain also has Annapurna Conservation Area for protection of rare flora and fauna which also serves as another major attraction for the visitors.
The Annapurna mountains also has religious value among the Nepalese people. The name itself signifies the goddess of grain in the country and people often worship the mountain with great faith.
With an elevation of 8516 metres, Mount Lhotse is the fourth highest mountain in the world and one of the top five highest peaks of Nepal. This mountain is one of the best alternative for those who have yet to dare to summit the Mount Everest.
The literaries in the world have described this mountain as most romantic mountain for the mesmerizing beauty it beholds. In fact, Mount Lhotse is also described as a wall of glacial blue ice. Majestic mountains, blue icy glacial lakes, and avalanches are the best features of this mountain.
These exceptional features also make the mountain one of the tough ones to climb. Its proximity to the Everest is what makes the mountain more famous among the mountaineers in the world.
In addition to the top five mountains, there are many other trekking routes and peaks that can make Nepal, your memorable holiday destination. Book a trip and enjoy the rich culture, historical heritages and majestic mountains of Nepal.
The Autumn and Spring season are the best time to visit the mountains in Nepal. These seasons are often called as climbing seasons and the layer of ice is thinner during this time. Hence, it is easy to climb and summit the difficult trails of mountains during this time period.
There are more than 1300 mountains and mountainous ranges in Nepal. However, the top 14 peaks are most known among the people in the world. Five among these 14 peaks are above the elevation of 8000 meters.
Although, Mount Everest is considered most dangerous mountain in the world, Munt Annapurna is the deadliest one for the climbers. The difficult trail, avalanches, and glacial lakes makes Annapurna lost difficult trail to climb. it is estimated that one-third of climbers who attempted Mt. Annapurna have died in the process.
