Lhotse

Lhotse, standing at 8,516 meters (27,940 ft), is the fourth highest mountain in the world, situated on the border between Nepal and Tibet. It is part of the Mahalangur Himalaya and is directly connected to Mount Everest via the South Col. Its name, which means 'South Peak' in Tibetan, reflects its immediate proximity to its northern neighbor. The mountain consists of three main summits: the main peak, Lhotse Middle (8,414 m), and Lhotse Shar (8,383 m). The western flank of Lhotse is an integral part of the standard South Col route to the summit of Everest. Conversely, the South Face is legendary in the climbing world as one of the most formidable and steepest mountain faces on Earth, rising over 3,200 meters. The first successful ascent was made in 1956 by Swiss climbers Ernst Reiss and Fritz Luchsinger. Lhotse remains a significant challenge for high-altitude mountaineers due to its technical ice sections and extreme altitude.

Nearby cities

Triyuga

Triyuga, with its center at Gaighat, is the headquarters of Udayapur District.

Inaruwa

Inaruwa is the headquarters of Sunsari District in Koshi Province.

Dhankuta

A charming hill town in Eastern Nepal, known for its pleasant climate, orange groves, and proximity to the famous Bhedetar viewpoint.

Bhadrapur

Bhadrapur is a tea-trading town in Jhapa District in southeastern Nepal.

Namche Bazaar

The vibrant heart of the Everest region and the gateway to the world's highest peak.

Lukla

Famous for its extreme airport, Lukla is the starting point for almost all Everest adventures.

Birtamod

Birtamod is a rapidly growing commercial hub in the Jhapa District of eastern Nepal.

History & landmarks

Everest Base Camp

The south base camp of Mount Everest is situated at an altitude of 5,364 meters and serves as an acclimatization station for mountaineers.

Tengboche Monastery

The largest gompa in the Khumbu region of Nepal was built in 1916 by Lama Gulu and reconstructed after fires in 1934 and 1989.

Halesi Mahadev Cave

A significant pilgrimage site in eastern Nepal for Hindus, Buddhists, and Kirat.

Pathibhara Devi Temple

One of the most significant Hindu temples in Nepal, perched on the Pathibhara Hill in the Taplejung region.

Nature

Gokyo Lakes

A system of oligotrophic lakes in Sagarmatha National Park at an altitude of over 4,700 meters.

More places

Nuptse

Nuptse is a spectacular ridge in the Khumbu region, forming a horseshoe alongside Lhotse and Everest.

Ama Dablam

Ama Dablam is a prominent mountain in the Khumbu region, often referred to as the Matterhorn of the Himalayas.

Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve

An important wetland on the Sapta Koshi River, known for its diverse birdlife.

Pumori

Pumori is a pyramid-shaped mountain just west of Mount Everest, often admired by Everest trekkers.

Makalu

The fifth highest mountain in the world, a prominent four-sided pyramid peak.

Gyachung Kang

Gyachung Kang is the highest mountain in the world that is not an eight-thousander.

Sagarmatha National Park

A protected area in the Himalayas dominated by Mount Everest and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Khumbu Valley

The Khumbu Valley is the home of the Sherpas and the gateway to the highest mountains in the world.