Overview

Meili Snow Mountain rises to 6,740 m in China, within the the Hengduan Mountains of Asia. It has never been climbed.

Highlights

• Glacier and snow scenery — ice fields, seracs and year-round snow.
• Famous for the “golden sunrise”, when first light turns the snow to gold.
• A sacred mountain, deeply woven into the region's religion and culture.
• High altitude: 5,000–7,000 m, with thin air and permanent snow.

Key facts

• Elevation：6,740 m
• Location：China
• Continent：Asia
• Range：the Hengduan Mountains
• Coordinates：28°26′N 98°41′E
• First ascent：Not yet climbed