Himalayan Mountain Identification Guide
Identify the peaks. A visual profile guide mapping peak heights, shapes, and viewpoints for Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Nilgiri, and Machhapuchhre.
Dhaulagiri I
8,167 m (26,795 ft)Peak Profile: Massive, white pyramid peak dominating the western horizon. Seventh highest mountain in the world.
Primary Viewpoints: Khopra Ridge, Muldai Viewpoint, Poon Hill.
Annapurna South
7,219 m (23,684 ft)Peak Profile: Towering snow wall rising directly behind the community lodge at Khopra Ridge.
Primary Viewpoints: Every node along the trail (dominates the backdrop).
Nilgiri (Nilgiri North)
7,061 m (23,166 ft)Peak Profile: Prominent jagged peak situated between Dhaulagiri and Annapurna South.
Primary Viewpoints: Khopra Ridge, Chhistibung, Bayeli.
Machhapuchhre (Fishtail)
6,993 m (22,943 ft)Peak Profile: Double-pointed, sacred peak resembling a fish tail. Closed to climbing.
Primary Viewpoints: Ghandruk, Tadapani, Dobato, Muldai Viewpoint.
Hiunchuli
6,441 m (21,132 ft)Peak Profile: A steep, glaciated peak flanking Annapurna South on the eastern side.
Primary Viewpoints: Ghandruk, Tadapani, Dobato.
Reviewed by Trail Experts
We compile data from topographic records of the Survey Department of Nepal. Our guides carry mountain identification charts for clients.
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