It's not exactly alpine style up a new route, but Vassiliy Pivtso, 49, and his small team will try to make their Makalu climb as retro as possible in this commercial age. The Kazakh climber once ...

Makalu, the world’s fifth-highest mountain, rises to 8,485 meters (27,838 feet). Located about 20 kilometers southeast of Everest, it is easily recognizable by its striking pyramid-shaped peak.

For 6 days no one has heard anything from Jean-Christophe Lafaille, currently engaged in the difficult first winter ascent (and, above all, solo) of Makalu, the fifth highest mountain in the world.

KATHMANDU: Makalu Rural Municipality of Sankhuwasabha district today felicitated legendary climbers and top expedition companies for their contribution in promoting the Makalu region in the world.

The good weather spell that started last week seems to be holding out enabling many mountaineers to reach the various summits including Everest and Makalu. Jean-Christophe Lafaille and Inurrategi ...