Gangapurna
Gangapurna (Nepali: गंगापूर्ण) is a mountain in Gandaki Province, Nepal. It is part of the Annapurna mountain range in north-central Nepal at an elevation of 7,455 metres (24,459 ft) and with the prominence of 563 metres (1,847 ft). It was first ascended in 1965 by a German expedition via its south face and east ridge. Gangapurna is entirely located in the Annapurna Conservation Area.
| Gangapurna | |
|---|---|
Gangapurna in 2011, seen from the northeast | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 7,455 m (24,459 ft) |
| Prominence | 563 m (1,847 ft) |
| Coordinates | 28°36′18″N 83°57′48″E |
| Naming | |
| Native name | गंगापूर्ण (Nepali) |
| Geography | |
Gangapurna Location in Gandaki Province Gangapurna Gangapurna (Nepal) | |
| Country | Nepal |
| Province | Gandaki Province |
| District | Kaski and Manang |
| Parent range | Annapurna |
| Climbing | |
| First ascent | 6 May 1965 |
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