Ashraf Aman
Engineer and pioneering mountaineer
Born
January 15th, 1938
87 years ago
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
Pakistan
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Born in Pakistan, a prominent engineer and mountaineer achieved significant recognition in the climbing community. Made history as part of the first successful Pakistani ascent of K2 in 1987. Contributed to the development of engineering projects in Pakistan while simultaneously pursuing mountaineering endeavors. Climbed numerous peaks in the Karakoram range and was instrumental in promoting mountain sports in the country.
First Pakistani ascent of K2 in 1987
Contributed to various engineering projects
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