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Reaching an impressive 6,961 meters (22,838 feet) above sea level, this majestic mountain is part of the Andes range. It is also the highest peak in both the Southern and Western Hemispheres, attracting climbers from around the globe.
The extreme altitude, freezing temperatures, and treacherous terrain make it incredibly difficult and dangerous to retrieve bodies. Many serve as grim markers or warnings for ascending mountaineers.
