Tibet Mountaineering Association grants climbing permission for Cho Oyu and Shishapangma

In a recent development, the Tibet Mountaineering Association has finally granted climbing permission to foreigners planning to summit Cho Oyu and Shishapangma mountains. Cho Oyu is set at a staggering elevation of 8188 m, while Shishapangma stands tall at 8027 m. Both the mountains in Tibet are only for pro level mountain climbers as these are considered dangerous.

About Cho Oyu

Cho Oyu or Chomolungma is one stunning mountain set in the Himalayas on the border between Tibet and Nepal. It is the sixth-highest peak in the world standing at an impressive elevation of 8188 m (26,864 ft) above sea level. Cho Oyu is renowned for its breathtaking beauty and challenging climbing routes, making it a popular destination for mountaineers and adventure enthusiasts.
When it comes to the location, Cho Oyu is part of the Mahalangur range in the Himalayas and is about 20 km west of Mount Everest. It lies in proximity to the border between Tibet (China) and Nepal.

The name Cho Oyu is derived from Tibetan words, where Cho means turquoise and Oyu means the goddess. That’s why the mountain's nickname is Turquoise Goddess. In 1954, Cho Oyu was first successfully climbed by an Austrian expedition led by Herbert Tichy.
Climbing Season: The perfect climbing season for Cho Oyu is from April to May and late September to October.

About Shishapangma

Shishapangma is located in the heart of the mighty Himalayas. This is the world's 14th highest mountain, and draws adventurers and mountaineers from across the globe to Tibet's remote terrain.

Also spelled Xixabangma or Gosainthan, this mountain is in Tibet's autonomous region, close to the border of Nepal. The mountain sits at an astonishing altitude of 8027 m (26,335 ft) above sea level. In 1964. Shishapangma was successfully climbed by a Chinese expedition led by Xu Jing.

Now that the foreigners are allowed to summit these mighty mountains, a number of seasoned mountaineers are already set for the new adventure!