The highest mountains in the world
14 eight-thousanders of the world
People have always been interested which is the highest mountain in their neighborhood, in their country or even around the world. This list describes the world's highest mountains, calculated from the sea level. This is only 14 eight-thousanders of the world located only in four countries: China (Tibet), Nepal, Pakistan and India
Mount Everest
The highest mountain in the world
World's highest mountain Mount Everest lies on the border between Nepal and Tibet (China). The most beautiful view of it is from Black Rock Kala Patthar, which will be reached after several days walk from Lukla. It is much easily accessible from the Tibetan side, because the road leads up to the base camp. Nowadays, the ascent is a kind of mass experience. continue reading
K2
Mountain - killer
K2 (8 611m asl) is the second highest mountain in the world. Is located in the heart of Karakoram on Pakistan-China border. The most famous view of it is from fabulous place called Concordia lying on the confluence of glaciers Baltoro, Vigne and K2. continue reading
Kangchenjunga
The third highest mountain in the world
Kangchenjunga (8,586 m asl) is not only the third highest mountain in the world, but also the highest mountain of India and the second highest of Nepal. You will find it on the border of Nepal's eastern end and the small north-Indian state of Sikkim. From the Indian side it is relatively easy to see it. But from the Nepalese side is a very difficult trek continue reading
Lhotse
Three-peak giant
The fourth highest mountain in the world Lhotse lies next to Mount Everest separated only by high pass South Col (7 906 m asl). It has three eight thousand meters high peaks – Lhotse I (8 516 m asl), Lhotse Middle (8 414 m asl) and Lhotse Shar (8 383 m asl). Nice views of it are from the outlook place Everest View. continue reading
Makalu
Throne of the Gods
This stunning mountain is located on the border with Tibet in the eastern part of the country. Because it is quite abandoned, you will meet in the surroundings of the mountain only minimum tourists. continue reading
Cho Oyu
The easiest eight-thousander
Cho Oyu (8,201m above sea level) is the sixth highest mountain in the world. Occasionally the height is indicated (8,188 m. asl). Most mountaineers come from the Tibetan side. In general, it is considered to be the world's easiest eight-thousander continue reading
Dhaulagiri
White mountain
Dhaulagiri (8,167m) is the seventh highest mountain in the world. It is definitely one of the most breathtaking. Mountain exceeds the Kali Gandaki valley about six kilometers. You can try a nice trek around it. Trek culminates at the French pass and Dhampus pass. You will also be able to see it well on the trek around Annapurnas continue reading
Manaslu
Eighth highest mountain of the world
Manaslu (8,163m asl) is the eighth highest mountain of the world and the second highest located in Nepal inland. The circle around this mountain is one of the most popular trekking tours due to less traffic than the neighboring Annapurna. continue reading
Nanga Parbat
Naked mountain
Monumental Nanga Parbat (8 125 m asl) is a mountain with a number of nteresting facts. With its massif ends the highest mountain range of the world – Himalayas. Behind Indus, which passes by it, lies Karakoram to the north and Hindu Kush to the east. The mountain itself belongs, together with K2, among the most dangerous mountains in the world. Famous southern Rupal face is 4.6 kilometers high. The surroundings is very interesting for hiking, but it unfortunately is not very secure part of Paksitan. continue reading
Annapurna I
First of the Eight-thousanders to be climbed
Annapurna 1 (8,091m above sea level) is up to the tenth highest mountain of the world, but one of the most difficult. Therefore, it is surprising that Annapurna was the first climbed of eight-thousanders. The best-known view is on its southern wall from BC Annapurna, where you can get there after a several-day trek continue reading
Gasherbrum I.
Hidden Peak K5
Gasherbrum I. (8,080m asl) is the eleventh highest mountain in the world. His nickname „Hidden peak“ was given for his „remoteness“. Just getting to the mountain can pretty much work. The most beautiful view of it is from the base camp of the Abruzzi glacier continue reading
Broad Peak
Monumental top
Broad peak is definitely not among the prettiest eight-thousander, but it certainly belongs among the most monumental ones. Its almost seven kilometers long summit ridge really contributes to its right width. Similarly as K2 and Broad peak, it is the most commonly seen from fabulous place Concordia. continue reading
Gasherbrum II.
K4
Gasherbrum II. (8,035 meters above sea level) is the 13th highest mountain in the world. The original name of this mountain was K4. Like the slightly higher Gasherbrum I, it is a difficult mountain continue reading
