The deadliest mountain in the world is Annapurna I.
While many might immediately think of K2 or Mount Everest due to their notoriety and high climber traffic, Annapurna I holds the grim title based on its fatality rate. According to Guinness World Records, Annapurna I stands out as the deadliest mountain globally.
Here's a breakdown:
Mountain | Reason for Deadliness |
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Annapurna I | High fatality rate relative to the number of ascents. |
K2 | A long history of deaths and challenging climbing conditions. |
Mount Everest | High number of climbers leads to a higher number of fatalities. |