The Pamir
Of the four 7000m peaks in the CIS, three lie in the Central Pamir. Peak Lenin, 7134m, the third highest, ocated in the north of this range, is relatively accessible and technically straight forward, it's ascent nevertheless requires a Himalayan approach involving an advanced base camp, two higher camps and acclimatisation trips. Peak Communism, 7495m, (the highest mountain in the CIS) lies in the heart of the Pamir and provides a very serious objective. The Pamir are a region of very remote valleys and fine mountains many of which are still unclimbed and could be ideal expedition objectives.