Major Peaks of the Karakoram Range

Question 1

What is the third-highest mountain in the Karakoram range, located just 8 km from K2?

Accepted Answer

Broad Peak

Question 2

Which mountain, the 11th highest in the world, is also known by its survey name K5 and the nickname 'Hidden Peak'?

Accepted Answer

Gasherbrum I

Question 3

What is the 13th highest mountain on Earth, also known as K4?

Accepted Answer

Gasherbrum II

Question 4

Often called the 'Queen of the Karakoram' and originally designated K1, what is the 22nd highest mountain in the world?

Accepted Answer

Masherbrum

Question 5

Famous for its massive, uninterrupted vertical rise of nearly 6,000 meters from the Hunza Valley, what is this iconic peak's name?

Accepted Answer

Rakaposhi

Question 6

This mountain's west face is known as the 'Shining Wall,' making it one of the most challenging climbs in the range.

Accepted Answer

Gasherbrum IV

Question 7

What is the highest peak in the Hispar Muztagh sub-range of the Karakoram?

Accepted Answer

Distaghil Sar

Question 8

Known as 'The Ogre,' this steep, rocky peak in the Panmah Muztagh is renowned for its difficult ascents.

Accepted Answer

Baintha Brakk

Question 9

What is the highest peak in the Saltoro Mountains, a sub-range that forms part of the Actual Ground Position Line between India and Pakistan?

Accepted Answer

Saltoro Kangri

Question 10

This spectacular group of rock spires in the Baltoro Muztagh is home to the world's greatest nearly vertical drop.

Accepted Answer

Trango Towers

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