The Earth is adorned with awe-inspiring mountain ranges, each boasting dramatic landscapes, unique ecosystems, and a rich tapestry of cultures. From the crown of the world to remote, snow-capped giants, here’s a list of mountain ranges that will leave you breathless.
10 Highest Mountain Ranges On Earth
1. The Himalayas
Stretching across India, Nepal, Bhutan, China, and Pakistan, the Himalayas are home to the highest mountain peak on Earth, Mount Everest, at a staggering 8,848.90 metres.
2. The Karakoram
Another giant in Asia, shared by Pakistan, China, and India, the Karakoram boasts K2, the second-highest mountain globally, reaching 8,611 metres.
3. The Hindu Kush
Carving through Afghanistan and Pakistan, the Hindu Kush range is famed for Tirich Mir, its loftiest peak at 7,708 metres.
4. The Pamirs
Nicknamed the ‘Roof of the World’, the Pamirs sprawl across Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, China, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. The range’s crowning glory is Kongur Tagh, reaching 7,649 metres.
5. The Hengduan Mountains
A dramatic range on the China-Myanmar border, the Hengduan Mountains feature Mount Gongga, its highest peak at 7,556 metres.
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6. The Tian Shan
Shared by China, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan, the Tian Shan’s highest point is Jengish Chokusu, soaring to 7,439 metres.
7. The Kunlun
Dominating western China, the Kunlun Mountains feature Liushi Shan, its peak reaching 7,167 metres.
8. The Transhimalaya
Yet another formidable range within China, the Transhimalaya boasts Mount Nyenchen Tanglha, reaching 7,162 metres.
9. The Andes
Running along the western spine of South America, the Andes stretch through Argentina, Chile, Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, and Venezuela. Aconcagua, at 6,961 metres, is the highest peak in the Americas.
10. The Hindu Raj
Located entirely within Pakistan, the Hindu Raj range features Koyo Zom as its highest peak, reaching 6,873 metres.
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