Seven summits
Highest peak on each of the seven continents
These peaks represent some of the most challenging and dangerous mountains to climb in the world, and completing the Seven Summits challenge requires a high level of skill, determination, and endurance.
Climbing all seven of these peaks is considered a significant achievement and is known as completing the Seven Summits challenge.
First achieved on 30 April 1985 by Richard Bass.
In addition to the physical challenges of climbing the Seven Summits, the logistics of planning and executing a successful expedition can also be challenging. Many of the peaks are located in remote and difficult-to-reach places, and climbers must often overcome harsh weather conditions, altitude sickness, and other obstacles to reach the summit.
Some of the peaks, such as Mount Everest and Denali, are also considered "technical" climbs, meaning that they require specialized equipment and techniques to navigate steep or exposed sections.
As a result, climbing the Seven Summits is not a pursuit to be undertaken lightly, and many climbers train for years and seek out experienced guides to help them achieve their goals. Despite the challenges, however, the sense of accomplishment and satisfaction that comes from completing the Seven Summits is unmatched, and many climbers consider it a once-in-a-lifetime achievement.
One interesting fact about the Seven Summits is that the list has evolved over time. The concept of the Seven Summits was first proposed in the 1950s.
Info and images are captured from Wikipedia.