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Alina Pekova becomes youngest woman to summit all peaks over 8,000 meters

Alina Pekova, 34-year-old mountaineer from Russia, has made history by becoming youngest woman to reach all 14 peaks above 8,000 meters, according to her Instagram announcement. Her remarkable feat, featuring iconic climbs such as Mount Everest and K2, has secured her spot in Guinness Book of World Records.

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Jun 23, 2026 · 1 min read · 7 views
Alina Pekova becomes youngest woman to summit all peaks over 8,000 meters

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  • •Alina Pekova, at 34, is now the youngest woman to summit all 14 peaks over 8,000 meters.
  • •Her climbs include Mount Everest at 8,848 meters and K2 at 8,611 meters.
  • •Pekova announced her record-breaking achievement on Instagram despite the platform's ban in Russia.
  • •She expressed her excitement, stating, 'I am now officially in the Guinness Book of World Records.'
  • •Pekova's accomplishments highlight her exceptional skills in both the Himalayas and Karakoram ranges.

Alina Pekova,34,mountaineer from Russia,just became youngest woman to summit all 14 of world's peaks over 8,000 meters. She announced it on her Instagram, saying she's now in Guinness Book of World Records.

Pekova's climbs include some of planet's toughest mountains. She reached Mount Everest at 8,848 meters,K2 at 8,611 meters,Annapurna at 8,091 meters. Her record also lists Lhotse (8,516 meters),Makalu (8,485 meters),Nanga Parbat (8,126 meters). Her climbs span Himalayas and Karakoram. Tough terrain, tougher spirit.

Despite Instagram being banned in Russia due to Meta Corporation's classification as extremist organization, Pekova shared her triumph with followers. She said, "I am now officially in the Guinness Book of World Records." Her success shows her dedication, places her among elite climbers who've tackled these daunting heights.

Pekova's journey through high peaks inspires many, marking a big moment in mountaineering . But what's next for her…

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