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Italian Climbers Achieve First Ascent of Nepal's Kimshung Peak
On October 20, 2025, a team of Italian and Austrian climbers reached the summit of Kimshung, marking its first ascent after years of previous attempts.
Historic First Ascent of Kimshung Achieved by Climbing Team
A pioneering four-man team has successfully reached the summit of Kimshung (6,781 m) in Nepal, marking the mountain's first ascent and a new route.
Historic First Ascent of Jannu East by Védrines and Jean
French climbers Benjamin Védrines and Nicolas Jean achieve the first ascent of Jannu East in Nepal, marking a significant milestone in Himalayan climbing.
Vedrines and Jean Complete Historic Ascent of Jannu East
French climbers Benjamin Vedrines and Nicolas Jean achieve a groundbreaking ascent of Jannu East, marking a significant milestone in their mountaineering careers.
Spanish Climbers Achieve First Traverse of Yerupajá in Peru
From August 4 to 9, Spanish alpinists Bru Busom, Rubén Sanmartin, and Marc Toralles completed the first full traverse of Yerupajá, the highest peak in Peru’s Huayhuash range. Their ascent highlights both the technical challenges and the purity of alpine style climbing.
Historic First Traverse of Nevado Yerupaja Completed by Climbers
On August 4-9, climbers Marc Toralles, Bru Busom, and Ruben Sanmartin achieved a historic first traverse of Nevado Yerupaja, Peru's second-highest peak, highlighting its challenging ascent.
First Climbing Route Established on Mt. Phandambiri in Mozambique
Italian climbers Mirco Grasso and Samuele Mazzolini have completed the first ascent on the east face of Mt. Phandambiri, marking a historic moment for climbing in Mozambique. Their route, 'O caminho dos cogumelos,' spans 890 meters and highlights the mountain's potential for future climbing adventures.