Annapurna

Annapurna, a colossal massif  is placed as the tenth tallest mountain in the world. Range of Mount Annapurna holds huge glaciers on its slopes.

The Annapurna peaks are the world's most dangerous mountains to climb although, from figures since 1990, Kangchenjunga surpasses Annapurna's death rate. This fatality to summit ratio (38%) is the highest of any of the eight-thousanders. In particular, the ascent via the south face is considered the most difficult of all climbs

Fast Facts

Location               Central Nepal Himalayas

Altitude                8,091m

Importance        10th Highest Mountain In The World

Best Time To Visit            April  To October

Major Peaks of The Annapurna Range

Annapurna I       26,545 ft.             8,091 m.

Annapurna II      26,040 ft.             7,937 m.

Annapurna III    24,786 ft.             7,555 m.

Annapurna IV    24,688 ft.             7,525 m.

Gangapurna       24,457 ft.             7,455 m.

Annapurna South            23,684 ft.             7,219 m.

Annapurna is a Sanskrit name which literally means "full of food" (feminine form), but is normally translated as Goddess of the Harvests. In Hinduism, Annapurna is "the universal and timeless kitchen-goddess . . . the mother who feeds. Without her there is starvation, a universal fear. This makes Annapurna a universal goddess. Her most popular shrine is located in Kashi, on the banks of the river Ganga."

The entire massif and surrounding area are protected within the 7,629 km2 Annapurna Conservation Area, the first and largest conservation area in Nepal. The Annapurna Conservation Area is home to several world-class treks, including the Annapurna Circuit. The trek to Annapurna Mountain takes the tourists very very close to nature. The trek is a marvellous combination of being spiritually soothing and highly adventurous.