Overview

Siguniang Mountain rises to 6,250 m in China, within the the Hengduan Mountains of Asia. It was first climbed in 1981.

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.
• High altitude: 5,000–7,000 m, with thin air and permanent snow.

Key facts

• Elevation：6,250 m
• Location：China
• Continent：Asia
• Range：the Hengduan Mountains
• Coordinates：31°06′N 102°54′E
• First ascent：1981