Herbert Tichy, Joseph Jöchler, and Pasang Dawa Lama reached the summit on 19 October 1954.
The northwest approach from Tibet is the most commonly used climbing route. Historical alternative lines include southwest-face climbs.
American Alpine Club
Historical summaries and route references are research context, not a verified survey. Check original expedition accounts before relying on precise attribution.
Copernicus GLO-30 digital surface elevation data accessed through OpenTopography. Samples do not represent current snow, ice, cornices, crevasses or climbing safety.
Waypoint connections are schematic unless a recorded GPS track is explicitly verified. Not for navigation or safety decisions.