In the world of mountaineering, expedition planning, and Himalayan geography, few names evoke as much intrigue and challenge as . Translated from Nepali and Hindi as "Black Rock," this 5,644-meter (18,519-foot) peak in the Everest region is famous not for its summit—which is technically modest—but for providing the most accessible and breathtaking panoramic view of Mount Everest (Sagarmatha) and the Khumbu Icefall.