Exploring the World's Top 7 Highest Mountains

Despite their towering heights and formidable challenges, these 7 highest mountains in the world continue to beckon thousands of adventurers, fueling their aspirations to conquer their own limits. 

Exploring the World's Top 7 Highest Mountains

1. Mount Everest

Located in the Himalayas, Everest is the tallest mountain in the world. Situated on the border of Tibet and Nepal, Mount Everest stands at an elevation of 8,848 meters above sea level. The first ascent to its summit was made by Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary in 1953. Not only is it incredibly high, but the mountain also poses dangerous and harsh environmental conditions. Over the past decades, numerous climbers have lost their lives attempting to conquer this pinnacle of the world.

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3. Kangchenjunga

This is the third tallest mountain in the world, standing at 8,586 meters above sea level. Found on the border of Nepal and India, located to the south of Everest. It was once believed to be the tallest mountain in the world until 1852. Kanchenjunga is known to have a fatality rate of up to 22% due to harsh environmental conditions and frequent avalanches.

4. Lhotse

The Himalayas are home to towering peaks, among them is Lhotse, standing at 8,516 meters above sea level. Found on the border between Tibet and the Khumbu region of Nepal, very close to Everest. Interestingly, both Everest and Lhotse share the same climbing route.

 Mount Makalu is the fifth highest peak, with an elevation of 8,481 meters above sea level. This mountain is also found to the southeast of Everest, on the border between China and Nepal. The first successful ascent was in the spring of 1954 by an American expedition led by William Siri. Compared to the four mountains above, travelers have relatively favorable conditions for climbing Makalu.

6. Cho Oyu

Standing over 8,201 meters above sea level, Cho Oyu is found on the border of Tibet and Nepal. The mountain serves as a great starting point for beginners who aspire to conquer the high peaks of the Himalayas. Many climbers consider Cho Oyu relatively more accessible than other mountains.

7. Dhaulagiri

This 8,167-meter-high mountain is located in Nepal, renowned for its beauty and first ascended on May 13, 1960. Dhaulagiri is also famous for offering the most scenic views towards the Annapurna circuit, just 34 km away. However, it features a distinct mountain pass known as Kaligandaki.

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Reference: Travel Guide by Mytour