Reaching New Heights with the Top 8 Mountains Around the World

Mount Everest (8,848.86 m) The tallest mountain in the world, located in the Himalayas between Nepal and Tibet, Everest is the ultimate challenge for mountaineers.

K2 (8,611 m) Known as the "Savage Mountain," K2 in the Karakoram range on the Pakistan-China border is the second highest and one of the most difficult peaks to climb.

Kangchenjunga (8,586 m) Situated between Nepal and India, Kangchenjunga is the third-highest mountain, revered for its stunning beauty and cultural significance.

Lhotse (8,516 m) Located next to Mount Everest, Lhotse is the fourth highest mountain, known for its steep faces and proximity to the famous climbing route to Everest.

Makalu (8,485 m) An isolated peak in the Himalayas, Makalu is famed for its striking pyramid shape and is considered one of the most difficult climbs in the world.

Cho Oyu (8,188 m) The sixth highest mountain, Cho Oyu, on the Nepal-Tibet border, is one of the easier 8,000-meter peaks to climb, making it a popular choice for mountaineers.

Dhaulagiri I (8,167 m) Located in Nepal, Dhaulagiri I offers climbers a dramatic and challenging ascent, with its massive, rugged terrain dominating the western Nepalese landscape.

Manaslu (8,163 m) Manaslu, also in Nepal, is the eighth highest peak and is known for its beautiful, remote location and technical climbing routes.