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| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:mountain
gptkb:musical_group |
| gptkbp:access |
via China
via Pakistan |
| gptkbp:accessibility |
remote
difficult remote and challenging Remote location remote location Access is challenging and requires permits. |
| gptkbp:active_years |
1990-present
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| gptkbp:altitude_sickness |
Climbers face risks of altitude sickness.
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| gptkbp:area |
gptkb:Gilgit-Baltistan
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| gptkbp:associated_act |
gptkb:Merzbow
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| gptkbp:base_camp_elevation |
gptkb:5000_meters
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| gptkbp:challenges |
gptkb:climbers
even seasoned climbers |
| gptkbp:climate |
Alpine climate
alpine alpine climate |
| gptkbp:climb_rate |
low success rate
experience and preparation important |
| gptkbp:climbing_ability |
gptkb:Mikhail_Khergiani
gptkb:Kurt_Diemberger gptkb:Edmund_Hillary gptkb:Tommy_Caldwell gptkb:Wang_Jing gptkb:Alfred_Wainwright gptkb:Ueli_Steck gptkb:Abruzzi_Spur gptkb:Felicity_Aston gptkb:George_Bell gptkb:Simone_Moro gptkb:Gerhard_Schneider gptkb:Wanda_Rutkiewicz gptkb:Daniele_Nardi gptkb:Elisabeth_Revol gptkb:Michał_Jagoda gptkb:Tomasz_Kowalski gptkb:Wojciech_Kurtyka gptkb:Sirdar_Dorje_Sherpa gptkb:Sirdar_Dorje_Tashi gptkb:Sirdar_Mingma_Tenzing gptkb:Sirdar_Pasang_Tashi gptkb:Sirdar_Pemba_Tashi gptkb:Sirdar_Phurba_Tashi gptkb:Sirdar_Tashi_Sherpa gptkb:Sirdar_Tenzing_Norgay gptkb:K2's_Central_Ridge_Direct gptkb:K2's_East_Face gptkb:K2's_East_Face_Direct gptkb:K2's_East_Ridge gptkb:K2's_North_Face gptkb:K2's_North_Face_Direct gptkb:K2's_North_Pillar gptkb:K2's_North_Pillar_Direct gptkb:K2's_North_Ridge_Direct gptkb:K2's_Northeast_Ridge gptkb:K2's_Northeast_Ridge_Direct gptkb:K2's_Northwest_Face gptkb:K2's_Northwest_Ridge_Direct gptkb:K2's_South-Southwest_Ridge_Direct gptkb:K2's_South_Face_Direct gptkb:K2's_South_Pillar gptkb:K2's_South_Pillar_Direct gptkb:K2's_South_Ridge gptkb:K2's_South_Ridge_Direct gptkb:K2's_Southeast_Face gptkb:K2's_Southeast_Face_Direct gptkb:K2's_Southeast_Ridge gptkb:K2's_Southeast_Ridge_Direct gptkb:K2's_West_Face_Direct gptkb:K2's_West_Ridge gptkb:K2's_West_Ridge_Direct gptkb:Alex_Honnold gptkb:Summer gptkb:Winter gptkb:Cory_Richards gptkb:Conrad_Anker gptkb:Walter_Bonatti gptkb:Tomaz_Humar gptkb:Reinhold_Messner gptkb:Tom_Ballard gptkb:David_Lama gptkb:Geraldine_Fasnacht gptkb:Mingma_David_Sherpa gptkb:Denis_Urubko gptkb:Anna_Czerwińska gptkb:Mariusz_Zaruski gptkb:Anatoli_Boukreev gptkb:Andrzej_Zawada gptkb:Krystyna_Chojnowska-Liskiewicz gptkb:Gerard_Mc_Donnell gptkb:Sirdar_Pasang_Sherpa gptkb:Tenzing_Norgay gptkb:Alex_Txikon gptkb:Cesen_route gptkb:Ryszard_Pawłowski gptkb:Krzysztof_Wielicki gptkb:Mingma_Gyalje_Sherpa gptkb:Nirmal_Purja gptkb:Tomasz_Mackiewicz high North Ridge fatigue rich summer team dynamics June to August environmental impact extreme frostbite malnutrition required risk assessment spring and summer winter South Face climbing gear local knowledge mental preparation multiple routes available physical conditioning safety protocols sustainability practices training requirements weather forecasting December to February altitude sickness extreme weather harsh weather conditions hypothermia international teams logistical planning many technical climbing emergency preparedness high winds injuries avalanche risk mental toughness several crevasses experience level Michał Kaczmarek dehydration team selection popular subject for photographers adventurers physical endurance communication issues East Face summer and winter technical challenges challenging approximately 2 months cultural considerations teams from around the world West Face expedition planning psychological stress very difficult exposure to elements rockfall exposure to cold supply management challenging conditions logistical difficulties professional climbers Has a strong online presence. required for ascents technical climbing required many documentaries produced difficult conditions navigation skills required rockfall risk navigation difficulties technical skills required summit attempts crampons ice axes Technical gear required icefall hazards weather unpredictability oxygen tanks Fritz Wiessner Cesen Route Marek Klonowski limited rescue options physical endurance required experienced mountaineers high altitude sickness wind exposure tragic events mental toughness required technical climbing sections high fatality rate crevasse danger popular among elite climbers safety ropes team dynamics important high altitude sickness risk K2's South-Southwest Face extreme altitude available for climbers severe cold temperatures extremely difficult rescue coordination avalanche risk present 2018 summit many nationalities specialized gear needed summit fever 8,000 meter peak lack of rescue options many failed attempts communication equipment necessary cultural sensitivity important decision making critical emergency plans necessary environmental awareness needed experience level crucial first aid knowledge beneficial high altitude fatigue mental preparation vital physical training essential resource allocation key risk assessment required safety gear mandatory safety protocols important sherpa support often needed supply management essential survival skills advantageous team coordination needed weather forecasting critical experience level required Magic Line advancements in climbing technology ethical considerations in climbing events held to celebrate climbs extensive literature exists global interest in climbing guidelines established for safety high risks involved many climbers have died many legends associated with climbs notable achievements recorded numerous expeditions attempted research conducted on climbing techniques rich history of attempts safety measures essential support from climbing community training essential for climbers unique culture among climbers first ascent in 1954 first successful winter ascent in 2021 gear failure known for its steepness many failed attempts in winter notable ascents by various climbers often considered more difficult than Everest part of the eight-thousanders Cessna Route 2014 disaster altitude related issues Krzysztof Stasiak Marta Sziłajtowicz expedition costs Best climbed in summer months. Climbers require specialized gear. Has a dedicated climbing community. High-altitude gear is essential. K2's Central Pillar K2's Central Pillar Direct Permits are required for climbing. Professional guides are recommended. Requires advanced climbing techniques. |
| gptkbp:climbing_community_challenges |
challenges faced by climbing community
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| gptkbp:climbing_deaths |
Many
K2 has a high fatality rate. Approximately 25% of climbers die attempting to summit. over 80 climbers |
| gptkbp:climbing_expedition_costs |
high costs associated with expeditions
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| gptkbp:climbing_expedition_planning |
detailed planning necessary
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| gptkbp:climbing_history |
Has a rich history of expeditions.
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| gptkbp:climbing_history_documentation |
documented history of climbs
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| gptkbp:climbing_legacy |
A symbol of mountaineering challenges.
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| gptkbp:climbing_rescue |
rescue operations conducted
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| gptkbp:climbing_safety |
Safety measures are crucial.
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| gptkbp:climbing_sponsorships |
sponsorships common for expeditions
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| gptkbp:climbing_teams |
international teams
expedition teams Various international teams attempt ascents. |
| gptkbp:conservation_efforts |
Efforts to preserve the area.
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| gptkbp:coordinates |
35.8808° N
76.5158° E 76.5133° E 35°52′57″ N 76°30′48″ E 35.8825° N |
| gptkbp:country |
gptkb:China
gptkb:Pakistan |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
gptkb:tourism
local folklore mountaineering history sacred to local people symbol of climbing challenge scientific Research environmental Impact local Legends mountaineering History Regarded as the ' Savage Mountain'. |
| gptkbp:dangerous_climb |
gptkb:true
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| gptkbp:death |
many climbers
high fatality rate Many climbers |
| gptkbp:death_zone |
above 8000 meters
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| gptkbp:difficulty |
extreme
very high very difficult extremely challenging extremely difficult K2 is considered one of the hardest mountains to climb. |
| gptkbp:documentary |
Featured in several documentaries.
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| gptkbp:elevation |
8,611 meters
8611 meters |
| gptkbp:environmental_concerns |
Impact of climbing on the environment.
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| gptkbp:expedition |
gptkb:1990_American_K2_Expedition
gptkb:2004_K2_Disaster gptkb:2018_K2_Winter_Expedition gptkb:2019_K2_Winter_Expedition gptkb:2021_K2_Winter_Expedition gptkb:logistics Harsh weather conditions summer Avalanches funding winter permits featured in books Rockfall documented in films Extreme altitude sickness famous rescues many international teams team Coordination weather Forecasting notable tragedies |
| gptkbp:film_appearance |
gptkb:The_Summit
gptkb:K2:_The_Movie gptkb:K2:_The_Ultimate_High |
| gptkbp:first_ascent |
gptkb:Abruzzi_Spur
gptkb:Tamara_Lunger gptkb:Wanda_Rutkiewicz gptkb:Daniele_Nardi gptkb:1954 gptkb:Italian gptkb:Elisabeth_Revol gptkb:Gurja_Sherpa gptkb:Nimsdai_Purja gptkb:Sirdar_Mingma_David_Sherpa gptkb:1978 gptkb:1986 gptkb:1987 gptkb:1993 gptkb:2018 gptkb:2021 gptkb:Hermann_Buhl gptkb:Walter_Bonatti gptkb:Lino_Lacedelli gptkb:Reinhold_Messner gptkb:Adam_Bielecki gptkb:Mingma_David_Sherpa gptkb:Denis_Urubko gptkb:Juan_Pablo_Mohr gptkb:Sajid_Ali_Sadpara gptkb:Sirdar_Pasang_Sherpa gptkb:Tenzing_Norgay gptkb:Ali_Sadpara gptkb:Achille_Compagnoni gptkb:Krzysztof_Wielicki gptkb:Mingma_Gyalje_Sherpa gptkb:Nirmal_Purja gptkb:Tomasz_Mackiewicz High altitude January 2021 weather conditions altitude sickness technical climbing Extreme weather conditions avalanche risk inspired future expeditions Challenging conditions July 7, 1954 Inspiration for future climbers Lino Lacedelli and Achille Compagnoni Second highest mountain in the world January 16, 2021 lack of oxygen widely celebrated July 1954 inspiration for climbers disputed claims extensive planning required increased interest in high-altitude climbing influenced climbing techniques many records set second highest mountain January 16, 1987 July 31, 1954 Technical climbing skills required development of climbing techniques Contribution to mountaineering literature Establishment of climbing regulations international climbing expeditions Italian expedition major achievement in mountaineering multiple climbers involved Italian team Kazakh team Leszek Cichy and Krzysztof Wielicki Nepalese team Pawel Dunaj Polish team Russian team Sergio Martini Spanish team Ukrainian team Piotr Tomala Cultural impact on mountaineering Development of climbing techniques First successful ascent of an 8000-meter peak Formation of climbing organizations Impact on climbing gear development Increased interest in high-altitude climbing Increased safety measures in climbing Influence on climbing ethics International collaboration in expeditions Legacy of climbers Legacy of exploration and adventure Major milestone in mountaineering history Pioneering expedition Promotion of environmental awareness in climbing Recognition of climbers' achievements Symbol of human endurance and spirit Via the Abruzzi Spur pioneering climb 1954 by Lino Lacedelli and Achille Compagnoni Lina G. W. K. |
| gptkbp:first_ascent_female_date |
gptkb:1986
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| gptkbp:first_ascent_female_nationality |
gptkb:Poland
|
| gptkbp:first_female_summit |
gptkb:Juliane_Koepcke
gptkb:Wanda_Rutkiewicz |
| gptkbp:first_female_summiter |
gptkb:Wanda_Rutkiewicz
gptkb:Marie_Paradis |
| gptkbp:first_summiter_without_oxygen |
gptkb:Peter_Habeler
gptkb:Reinhold_Messner |
| gptkbp:first_winter_ascent_by |
gptkb:Rudolf_Hess
gptkb:Krzysztof_Wielicki |
| gptkbp:first_winter_ascent_details |
Via the Abruzzi Spur
|
| gptkbp:first_winter_ascent_route |
Cesen Route
|
| gptkbp:first_winter_ascent_team |
gptkb:Elia_Saikaly
gptkb:Ali_Sadpara gptkb:Nims_Purja gptkb:Nirmal_Purja gptkb:Tomasz_Mackiewicz |
| gptkbp:genre |
noise music
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| gptkbp:geological_features |
gptkb:rock
gptkb:granite gptkb:Godwin-Austen_Glacier gptkb:Baltoro_Glacier |
| gptkbp:geological_formation |
gptkb:rock
gptkb:granite granite and schist Granite and schist. |
| gptkbp:has_climbing_accidents |
frequent
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| gptkbp:has_climbing_expeditions |
numerous
|
| gptkbp:has_climbing_fatalities |
gptkb:significant
gptkb:historical_significance over 300 many years notable incidents ongoing concern high profile cases |
| gptkbp:has_climbing_guides |
available
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| gptkbp:has_climbing_records |
set by climbers
|
| gptkbp:has_climbing_season |
June to August
|
| gptkbp:has_climbing_seasons |
two main seasons
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| gptkbp:has_height |
8611 meters
|
| gptkbp:has_location |
gptkb:Karakoram_range
|
| gptkbp:has_notable_climbers |
many
|
| gptkbp:has_rescue_attempts |
numerous
|
| gptkbp:has_rescue_operations |
conducted frequently
|
| gptkbp:has_title |
gptkb:Savage_Mountain
|
| gptkbp:height |
8,611 meters
8611 meters |
| gptkbp:highest_point |
gptkb:Gasherbrum_I
gptkb:K1 |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
K2
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| gptkbp:is_a_subject_of |
many documentaries
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| gptkbp:is_accessible_by |
gptkb:Skardu
|
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
mountaineering culture
high risk |
| gptkbp:is_considered |
one of the hardest climbs
|
| gptkbp:is_famous_for |
its steepness
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| gptkbp:is_known_for |
gptkb:Scientific_research
gptkb:its_beauty gptkb:tourism Cultural significance Cultural studies High altitude Conservation efforts Environmental studies Rich biodiversity technical climbing Avalanche risk Extreme weather conditions Geological studies Ecological studies Beautiful scenery Remote location Unique geology difficult climbing conditions Glaciology studies Historical expeditions Tourism impact studies Technical climbing routes Climatic studies its remoteness Climbing history Famous climbers its steepness its allure Difficult access its harsh weather its icefall High mortality rate Challenging summit push Difficult descent Icefall risk Rockfall risk its avalanches its rockfall |
| gptkbp:is_located_in |
gptkb:China
gptkb:Pakistan gptkb:Gilgit-Baltistan |
| gptkbp:is_monitored_by |
mountain rescue teams
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| gptkbp:is_notable_for |
high fatality rate
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| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:Shyok_River
gptkb:K2_Heritage_Site gptkb:China gptkb:Himalayas gptkb:Pakistan gptkb:Karakoram_Range gptkb:Indus_River_Basin gptkb:Baltistan gptkb:Karakoram_Highway gptkb:Karakoram_range gptkb:Baltoro_Glacier gptkb:the_Himalayas gptkb:Gasherbrum_massif gptkb:K2_massif gptkb:Gilgit-Baltistan gptkb:Siachen_Glacier Shigar Valley Skardu District K2 National Park the Karakoram mountain range Pakistan-China border the Eight-thousanders |
| gptkbp:is_popular_among |
mountaineers
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| gptkbp:is_regarded_as |
a prestigious climb
a dangerous mountain the Savage Mountain |
| gptkbp:is_second_highest |
Mountain in the world
mountain in the world |
| gptkbp:is_second_highest_mountain |
gptkb:true
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| gptkbp:is_visible_from |
gptkb:Broad_Peak
gptkb:Gasherbrum_II gptkb:Gasherbrum_IV Chogolisa Masherbrum |
| gptkbp:known_as |
gptkb:Chhogori
gptkb:Mount_Godwin-Austen gptkb:Chogori |
| gptkbp:known_for |
Difficult climbing conditions
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| gptkbp:label |
ZSF Produkt
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| gptkbp:landscape |
gptkb:Himalayas
|
| gptkbp:located_in |
gptkb:China
gptkb:Pakistan gptkb:Karakoram |
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Karakoram_Range
gptkb:Karakoram gptkb:Karakoram_range |
| gptkbp:lost_and_found |
Challenging due to weather and terrain.
|
| gptkbp:members |
gptkb:Masami_Akita
Kazumoto Endo |
| gptkbp:memorials |
memorials for lost climbers
|
| gptkbp:named_after |
K2 River
|
| gptkbp:nearest_higher_neighbor |
gptkb:Kangchenjunga
|
| gptkbp:nickname |
gptkb:Savage_Mountain
gptkb:Chhogori gptkb:Chogori |
| gptkbp:notable_ascent |
winter ascent 2021
|
| gptkbp:notable_event |
gptkb:2008_K2_disaster
gptkb:K2_disaster_2008 gptkb:K2_disaster_2012 gptkb:K2_disaster_2019 2008 disaster 2018 rescue 2019 summit 2020 winter attempt 2021 winter ascent 2014 K2 avalanche 2017 K2 rescue operation 2019 K2 summit 2019 K2 climbing season 2011 K2 climbing season 2014 K2 climbing season 2018 K2 winter ascent 2021 K2 winter ascent |
| gptkbp:notable_expeditions |
The 2008 K2 disaster.
The 2011 K2 expedition. The 2014 K2 expedition. The 2018 K2 expedition. |
| gptkbp:notable_feature |
gptkb:Abruzzi_Spur
gptkb:K2_Glacier gptkb:K2's_Abruzzi_Spur gptkb:K2's_South_Face high altitude seracs Pyramid shape pyramid shape technical difficulty icefalls Technical climbing Cesen Route steep faces technical climbs high fatality rate rock walls second highest mountain in the world technical climbing challenges Magic Line K2's pyramid shape |
| gptkbp:notable_features |
pyramid shape
steep faces second highest mountain known as Savage Mountain |
| gptkbp:notable_for |
extreme weather conditions
technical difficulty high fatality rate |
| gptkbp:parent_range |
gptkb:Himalayas
gptkb:Karakoram |
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:Karakoram_mountain_range
|
| gptkbp:prominence |
237 meters
4037 meters 403 meters 2387 meters |
| gptkbp:rank |
2nd highest mountain in the world
second highest mountain second highest mountain in the world |
| gptkbp:route |
gptkb:Abruzzi_Spur
gptkb:Cesen_route |
| gptkbp:safety |
avalanches
crevasses severe weather rockfalls high altitude sickness extreme Weather altitude Sickness |
| gptkbp:summit |
gptkb:1954
gptkb:Walter_Bonatti gptkb:Lino_Lacedelli gptkb:Achille_Compagnoni |
| gptkbp:supplemental_oxygen |
often used
|
| gptkbp:surrounding_peaks |
gptkb:Nanga_Parbat
gptkb:Saltoro_Kangri gptkb:K1_(Masherbrum) gptkb:Broad_Peak gptkb:Gasherbrum_I gptkb:Gasherbrum_II gptkb:K1 gptkb:K3 gptkb:K9 K10 K6 K8 K4 K5 Chogolisa K7 Masherbrum |
| gptkbp:threats |
high
avalanches extreme weather conditions rockfall technical climbing required high fatality rate high risk of avalanches |
| gptkbp:tourism |
Attracts many trekkers and climbers.
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| gptkbp:training_programs |
gptkb:Baltoro_Glacier
gptkb:5000_meters gptkb:K2_Base_Camp |
| gptkbp:weather_conditions |
extreme
harsh unpredictable harsh conditions Severe weather harsh and unpredictable extreme and unpredictable Extreme weather conditions are common. |
| gptkbp:winter_ascent |
very rare
first successful winter ascent in 2021 |
| gptkbp:writings |
gptkb:K2:_Life_and_Death_on_the_World's_Most_Dangerous_Mountain
gptkb:The_Climb gptkb:Into_Thin_Air Subject of many books and articles. |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Himalayas
gptkb:Pakistan gptkb:Kee_Marcello gptkb:Earth gptkb:Kevin_Jonas gptkb:Karakoram gptkb:Denali_National_Park gptkb:World_Championships_in_Kayaking gptkb:Siachen_Glacier |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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