Mount Kazbek (from the Georgian - Ice Peak) - is the most eastern five thousand meters peak of the Caucasus. And one of the most beautiful mountains of the Caucasus. As well as Mount Elbrus - Kazbek is a volcano. Climbing on Mount Kazbek is not technically difficult. Kazbek is located in the eastern part of the central Caucasus, on the border between Russia and Georgia.
Muztag Ata is perhaps the highest ski-able mountain in the world. Of course, its early pioneers did not have skis and deep snow thwarted early attempts on it. It was eventually climbed in 1956 by a large Sino-Russian expedition, which placed a total of 31 climbers on the summit. Three years later even this success was topped when 33 members of a Chinese expedition climbed it, 8 of who were women. The first ski ascent of Muztag Ata was made in 1980 by an American expedition led by Ned Gillette.
Pobeda Peak (7439m) is the highest point of the heavily glaciated snowy wall of the Kokshaal-Tau Range (the Tien Shan mountain system) which stretches for 30km not coming lower than 6000m.
The massif consists of three summits: West (Vazha Pshavela Peak, 6918m), East, 7079m and True (Main) Summit, 7439m.
The South Inylchek Glacier, which flows from under both Pobeda and Khan Tengri peaks is the longest valley glacier in the world (60km). Due to its height and geographical position (on the northern border of the great Takla Makan Desert) this mountain can claim the harshest weather conditions a climber can meet on a seven-thousander. Dreadful snowstorms coming from the desert and lasting for many days are rather a norm than an exception. This is why, concerning overall difficulties, experienced mountaineers put on a par Pobeda Peak with Nanga Parbat (8125m) in the Himalayas.
If asked about the highest and most dramatic mountains of Europe nine out of ten Europeans will answer “the Alps”. Yet, the grandest and by far the highest mountain chain of Europe (seven summits over 5000m plus Mt.Elbrus with its 5642m) is the Caucasus stretching between the Black and Caspian seas in the continent’s south-eastern corner.
And undoubtedly, Mt. Elbrus, this white double-headed dormant volcano, is the highest, most beautiful and most alluring mountain in Russia.
Interesting and important detail: it will take you just 7-8 hours to get from Moscow to this Seven Summits peak.
Last but not least: 7 Summits Club's record is 18 years of successful Elbrus climbs
We have 18 years experience of sucsess climb to Elbrus!
7 Summits Club is the first adventure company starting to run a totally new Elbrus climb, which includes crossing the Elbrus Col (5300m) from the southern side to northern one. It means you go up from the bustling, noisy and more or less civilized Baksan Valley and descend into the calm and quiet wilderness of the northern foothills. From there you will go for several hours in a 4WD vehicle across the high and bare northern pastures offering the superb views of the ranges of West and Central Caucasus.
Peak Lenin (7137 meters) is the third highest peak in the former Soviet Union and is considered to be one of the easiest mountains over 7000m. Because of this fact it has become one of the most popular peaks in the world and annually receives hundreds of climbers from all over the world.
Lenin Peak is a border mountain between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan, easier access and easier routes are the main practical reasons why a vast majority choose the Kyrgyz side.
Additional reasons for the peak's popularity is the hospitable surroundings. The green, lush meadows and relative warmth at base camp, makes a big difference compared to equivalents in the area. Many climbers also come back with fond memories of having "camped with nomads" and great horse-back rides on the grasslands. The nomadic culture on the pastures of Kyrgyzstan is still very much alive.
Kommunizma Peak stands at the junction of the Akademii Nauk (Academy of Sciences) and Pyotr Pervy (Peter the Great) Ranges in the north-west part of the Pamirs.
It was Ivan Dorofeev, a Russian military topographer, who did all the surveying of the central part of the Fedchenko Glacer together with the adjoining peaks (which remained unclimbed by then).
The exact coordinates and altitude of the highest one, 7495m, were confirmed only in 1929. In 1931 it was named after Stalin, in 1961 called Kommunizm and in 1999 – Somoni (Tajik).
There are dozens of climbing routes on the peak, of the highest grades (from 5A to 6B). The most popular, so not among the hardest, are two: Borodkina Route from the Valter Glacier (the northern side) and “Burevestnik” from the Fortambek Glacier (the western one).
And one of the hardest starts from the Belyaev Glacier and goes up the 2km high rock wall with the steepness over 80°
The easiest route is from the Bivachny Glacier.
Important notes
1. In case the group size does not come to four, we reserve the right to raise the price.
2. Trip’s starting date is preliminary. It depends on the local helicopter flight schedule and will be fixed not later than 40 days prior to leaving for expedition.
The right name of this beautiful mountain is Peak Evghenii Korzhenevskoy, shortly Peak Korzhenevskoy. With 710 5meters, it is the third highest peak in the Pamir after Peak Kommunizma and Peak Lenin, and the fourth highest in the former Soviet Union. The classic routes up Peak Korzhenevskaya and Peak Kommunizma start from the same base camp in the Moskvina Glade. Many climbers attempt both mountains using Korzhenevskaya to prepare for higher and slightly harder Kommunizma.
It was first discovered in 1905 by the Geography professor Korzhenevsky, who had followed the Muksu River to the south side of the peak. He named the peak after his wife, Evghenia Korzhenevskaya.
NECESSARY TRAININGS. FROM ALEXANDER ABRAMOV.
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