About
Dhaulagiri, also known as the White Mountain, rises to 8,167 metres in the Myagdi District of north central Nepal. It is the seventh highest mountain in the world, and its name and high profile make it one of the best-known peaks in the Himalaya.
What to expect
Dhaulagiri is a mountain rather than a built attraction, so a visit is about the landscape itself. Its dramatic south face is the feature most often admired, rising in a steep wall of ice and rock. The mountain is known for challenging climbing conditions, which means that for most visitors the experience will be one of viewing and appreciating rather than ascending.
Planning a visit
- Location: Myagdi District, Myagdi, Nepal, in the north central part of the country.
- Getting there: Travel is organised through the Myagdi area, and the district is the gateway for those heading into the mountains.
- Enquiries: The contact number listed for the site is +977-1-4700818.
Because the mountain sits in a remote and mountainous region, it is worth checking conditions and arrangements before setting out, particularly for trekking or viewing trips that go beyond the immediate district. Good preparation makes the difference between a rewarding trip and a difficult one.
For those who come to see the peak, Dhaulagiri offers a striking view of one of the world's great mountains, set within the wider landscape of the Nepalese Himalaya.
