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The process of formation of mountains on Earth lasts millions of years. They arise from collisions of huge tectonic plates that make up the earth's crust.
Today we will get acquainted with the highest mountains on 6 continents and see how they look against the backdrop of the highest mountain peaks in the world - the “eight thousand meters”, whose height above sea level exceeds 8,000 meters.
How many continents are there on Earth? It is sometimes believed that Europe and Asia are 2 different continents, although they are one continent:
Before we start talking about the tallest mountains on the 6 continents, let's take a look at the overall chart of the tallest peaks on Earth.
“Eight-thousanders” is the common name for the 14 highest mountain peaks in the world, whose height above sea level exceeds 8,000 meters. They are all in Asia. Conquering all 14 “eight-thousanders” on the planet—conquering the “Crown of the Earth”—is a major achievement in high-altitude mountaineering. As of July 2012, only 30 climbers managed to do this.
North America - Mount McKinley, 6,194 m
This is the highest double-peaked mountain in North America, named after the 25th President of the United States. Located in Alaska.
Indigenous peoples called this peak “Denali,” which means “great,” and during the period of Russian colonization of Alaska it was simply called Big Mountain.
Mount McKinley as seen from Denali National Park:
The first ascent of the main summit of McKinley took place on June 7, 1913. There are 5 large glaciers on the slopes of the mountain.
South America - Mount Aconcagua, 6,962 m
This is the highest point of the American continent, South America, as well as the western and southern hemispheres. They belong to the longest mountain range in the world - the Andes.
The mountain is located in Argentina and means "Stone Guardian" in the Quechua language. Aconcagua is the largest extinct volcano on our planet.
In mountaineering, Aconcagua is considered a technically easy mountain if you climb along the northern slope.
The first recorded ascent of the mountain was in 1897.
Europe - Mount Elbrus, 5,642 m
This stratovolcano in the Caucasus is the highest peak in Russia. Considering that the border between Europe and Asia is ambiguous, Elbrus is often also called the highest European mountain peak.
Elbrus is a two-headed volcano with a saddle. The Western peak has a height of 5,642 m, the Eastern - 5,621 m. The last eruption dates back to 50 AD...
In those days, the eruptions of Elbrus were probably reminiscent of the eruptions of modern Vesuvius, but were more powerful. From the craters of the volcano at the beginning of the eruption, powerful clouds of vapors and gases, saturated with black ash, rose many kilometers upward, covering the entire sky, turning day into night. The earth shook from powerful tremors.
Nowadays, both peaks of Elbrus are covered with eternal snow and ice. On the slopes of Elbrus, 23 glaciers diverge in different directions. The average speed of glacier movement is about 0.5 meters per day.
The first successful ascent to one of the peaks of Elbrus was made in 1829. The average annual death toll during climbing on Elbrus is 15-30 people.
Asia - Mount Everest, 8,848 m
Everest (Qomolungma) is the top of our world! The first highest eight-thousander and the highest mountain on Earth.
The mountain is located in the Himalayas in the Mahalangur Himal range, with the Southern peak (8760 m) lying on the border of Nepal, and the Northern (main) peak (8848 m) located in China.
Everest has the shape of a triangular pyramid. At the top of Chomolungma there are strong winds blowing at speeds of up to 200 km/h, and the air temperature at night drops to -60 Celsius.
The first ascent to the top of Everest took place in 1953. From the first ascent to the summit until 2011, more than 200 people died on the slopes of Everest. Now the climb to the top takes about 2 months - with acclimatization and setting up camps.
View from space:
Climbing Everest is not only extremely dangerous, but also expensive: the cost of climbing in specialized groups is up to 65 thousand US dollars, and the climbing permit alone, issued by the Nepalese government, costs 10 thousand dollars
Australia and Oceania - Mount Puncak Jaya, 4884 m
The highest peak of Australia and Oceania, which is located on the island of New Guinea. It is located on the Australian Plate and is the highest mountain in the world located on an island.
The mountain was discovered in 1623 by Dutch explorer Jan Carstens, who saw a glacier at the top from a distance. Therefore, the mountain is sometimes called the Carstens Pyramid.
The first ascent of Puncak Jaya took place only in 1962. The name of the mountain roughly translates from Indonesian as “Victory Peak.”
Antarctica - Windson Massif, 4,892 m
These are the highest mountains in Antarctica. The existence of the mountain range became known only in 1957. Since the mountains were discovered by American aircraft, they were subsequently named Vinson Massif, in honor of the famous American politician Carl Vinson.
View of Vinson Massif from space:
Africa - Mount Kilimanjaro, 5,895 m
It is the highest point in Africa, a huge dormant volcano with two well-defined peaks in northeastern Tanzania. The mountain has no documented eruptions, but local legends speak of volcanic activity 150-200 years ago.
The higher one is the peak of Kibo, an almost regular cone with powerful glaciation.
The name comes from the Swahili language and supposedly means "mountain that sparkles."
The snow cap that has covered the mountaintop for 11,000 years since the last Ice Age is rapidly melting. Over the past 100 years, the volume of snow and ice has decreased by more than 80%. It is believed that this is not caused by a change in temperature, but by a reduction in snowfall.
The highest peak in Africa was first conquered by German explorer Hans Meyer in 1889.
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Mountain peaks covered with eternal snow have always attracted people with their grandeur, grandiose beauty and a certain secret that hides behind their inaccessible slopes. Let's look at what is the highest mountain in the world and where it is located. There are peaks on Earth that reach 8 km in height.
The highest mountain in the world is Chomolungma, commonly known in the West as Everest. Located on the territory of the majestic Himalayas, rightly called the Roof of the World. This is part of the Mahalangur-Himal mountain range, where, in addition to Everest, there are several dozen more picturesque peaks exceeding the 7000 m mark.
Chomolungma has a pyramidal outline with steep southern and high northern slopes. Translated from Tibetan, the name means “Divine Mother of Life Energy.” The largest mountain received such a beautiful name in honor of the Tibetan goddess Sherab Zhama, who personifies unconditional and all-consuming maternal love. It was proposed by researcher Andrew Waugh, who was the successor of J. Everest.
Interesting information about Chomolungma:
- Altitude above sea level – 8848 m.
- The first successful ascent was March 29, 1953.
- The number of climbers who managed to conquer the peak is 8306 (some of the climbers climbed more than 1 time).
- What is the name of the highest mountain in the world in Nepali - Sagarmatha.
- The English name Everest was given to the peak in honor of J. Everest, who headed the geodetic department of India, which at that time was under British rule.
- Abnormal weather: strong winds often blow at the top of Chomolungma, the speed of which can reach 200 km/h. The air temperature in the cold season sometimes drops to -60 ºС.
- The average time to reach the peak is 2 months.
- The best time for mountaineering is mid to late spring and early autumn.
Since ancient times, people have been trying to conquer the most inaccessible peaks of the Earth, which allowed them not only to test their endurance and strength, but also to get closer to the great and boundless space. The majestic Chomolungma is especially popular among climbers.
Every year, about 500 experienced climbers and true brave men try to conquer Everest. However, only a few manage to do this. The top of the Earth is conquered by few. It is impossible to reach it even by helicopter. Climbers who decide to climb this picturesque peak must undergo extensive training and carry high-quality specialized equipment.
Note! Everest in the Himalayas is not only the most beautiful peak in the world, but also one of the most dangerous.
According to official data, in 2012, approximately 260 climbers and extreme sports enthusiasts who tried to conquer this peak did not reach their goal. Their lives were tragically interrupted on the slopes of this mountain. Most of the bodies were never found. Despite this, every year many daredevils desperately try to conquer the highest point in the world.
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Location
The highest point on our planet is located on the territory of the most famous part of the Mahalangur Himal - the Khumbu range. In addition to Chomolungma, there are 2 more peaks, exceeding 8 thousand meters.
In which country is the largest mountain in the world located? Qomolangma is located on the border line between Nepal and Tibet (currently an autonomous region of the People's Republic of China).
The highest point in the world is hidden under a layer of ice and snow. To get to it, you will need expensive equipment, which, unfortunately, does not guarantee the success of the ascent.
It is worth noting that the location of Mount Everest lies part of the Nepalese Sagarmatha Ecological Park. Translated from Sanskrit, the name means “Divine Mother”. Almost the entire territory of the park consists of deep gorges and difficult terrain.
Interesting! A huge number of legends and traditions are associated with Chomolungma. It has long been revered as a place of power.
This peak is believed to be the abode of the gods. It is also directly related to space. In addition, Everest is the habitat of souls who have not found rest in the other world. Some climbers claim that they saw ghosts during their ascent. The fact is that under the thickness of the ice of Chomolungma there are stored a huge number of bodies of climbers who never managed to reach their goal. Therefore, Everest is often called the cemetery of the Himalayas.
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Almost every person knows that the highest point on Earth is Chomolungma. However, few people know which mountains are in second or third place in terms of height. It is worth noting that other eight-kilometer peaks are no less interesting than Everest.
All the highest mountains are located in southern and central Asia. They exceed 7500 m. In total, there are 14 mountains on the planet, rising above the surface of the earth by more than 8 thousand meters.
| № | Name | Height, m | Location | Interesting information |
| 1 | Chogori | 8611 | Baltoro Range (Pakistan), Karakoram mountain system. | This is the northernmost eight-kilometer peak in the world. Today there are 10 routes leading to it. Technically, the climbing routes to this peak are much more difficult than to Chomolungma. The number of successful expeditions is 45. |
| 2 | Kanchenjunga | 8586 | On the border of India and Nepal, on the territory of the Greater Himalayas. | The highest peak of the ridge of the same name. It is also one of the most dangerous routes to climb. According to Nepalese legend, Kanchenjunga is a mystical woman who kills all climbers who try to conquer her peak. |
| 3 | Lhotse | 8516 | Mahalangur Himal Massif, Greater Himalayas, Tibet. | This is one of the most beautiful and most inaccessible Himalayan peaks. Only 25% of ascents to Lhotse are successful. |
| 4 | Makalu | 8485 | Mahalangur Himal mountain range, Central Himalayas. | Several good climbing routes lead to the peak of the mountain. Climbing Makalu is very difficult. Only 30% of expeditions achieved success in conquering the peak. |
| 5 | Cho Oyu | 8188 | Mahalangur Himal, Greater Himalayas. | This peak was the first to be conquered without the use of oxygen cylinders. Today there are several excellent routes leading to its summit. |
| 6 | Jaulagiri I | 8167 | Nepal, Main Himalayan Range. | The highest point on the ridge of the same name. Translated from ancient Sanskrit, its name means “White Mountain”. The number of successful expeditions is 51. |
| 7 | Manaslu | 8163 | Mansiri Himal, Nepal. | The highest peak of the mountain range of the same name. The name Manaslu means “Mountain of Spirits” in ancient Sanskrit. This peak is located on the territory of a magnificent and environmentally friendly National Park. There is a trekking route around it, which can be completed in about 2 weeks. |
| 8 | Nangaparbat | 8126 | Northwestern part of the Himalayas. | This is one of the most difficult and dangerous mountain peaks for mountaineering. In Sanskrit, the name of the mountain sounds like Diamir, which means “Mountain of the Gods”. |
| 9 | Annapurna I | 8091 | Nepal, territory of the Himalayas. | This is the highest point of the ridge of the same name and the most dangerous peak for climbers. The number of successful expeditions to the summit is only 36. The number of tragic accidents during the ascent is approximately 32% of the total number of attempts. Despite this, Annapurna became the first eight-kilometer peak in history to be conquered by man. A successful ascent took place in the middle of the last century, several years before the conquest of Chomolungma. In ancient Sanskrit, the melodious name Annapurna means “Goddess of Fertility.” |
| 10 | Gasherbrum I | 8080 | Karakoram, Baltoro Muztagh Range, Pakistan. | This is the second highest mountain in the picturesque and inaccessible Karakoram. It also has another name - Hidden Peak, which in English means Hidden Peak. Translated from the Balti language, the name of the peak means “Beautiful Mountain”. |
| 11 | Broad Peak | 8051 | It is part of the multi-peaked Gasherbrum mountain range. This is the third highest point in the Karakorum. | |
| 12 | Gasherbrum II | 8034 | Karakoram mountain system, Baltoro Muztagh range, Pakistan. | It is part of the multi-peaked Gasherbrum ridge. This peak has graceful contours and steep slopes. It is covered with eternal snow. |
| 13 | Shishabangma | 8027 | Langtang mountain range, Central Himalayas, Tibet. | This is the smallest eight-kilometer peak in the world. It consists of three peaks. |
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Conclusion
To summarize, we can say that the highest point and one of the most inaccessible peaks in the world is Everest in the Greater Himalayas. This majestic peak is located at the intersection of two Asian countries - Nepal and Tibet. It has long attracted climbers, researchers, creative individuals and true romantics.
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Can you imagine yourself standing on these twenty-five highest peaks in the world? Think about it. Let's estimate their height above sea level, starting with Mount Everest. In this case, the highest peak is in the Himalayas.
Unfortunately, this method has complications. It consists in determining what is considered the base of the mountain. Therefore, it is common to measure “relative height” (how much a mountain rises above the surrounding landscape).
So, although Kilimanjaro's summit is not as high above sea level as any peak in the Himalayas, the difference between its base and peak is much greater. With that in mind, here are the 25 tallest mountains in the world.
25. Pico Bolivar
Peak Bolivar is the highest mountain in Venezuela at 4,978 meters. The peak is located in the state of Mérida, and its summit is permanently covered with grainy ice and has three small glaciers.
24. Volcano Tajumulco (Volcano Tajumulco)
Photo: list25.com Volcano Tajumulco is a large stratovolcano located in the department of San Marcos in western Guatemala. This is the highest mountain in Central America reaching a height of 4,220 meters. There are several historical evidences that Tajumulco erupted in the past, but none of them date back to the present time.
23. Mount Ras Dashen
Photo: list25.com Ras Dashen is the highest mountain in Ethiopia and the tenth highest mountain in Africa. Part of the Semien Mountains National Park, it reaches a height of 4,550 meters.
Photo: list25.com K2 is the second highest mountain on Earth after Everest and is located on the border of Pakistan and China. It is also called the "Wild Mountain" due to the death rate of those who decide to climb it. For every four people who reach the summit, one dies. Unlike Annapurna, the mountain with the highest death rate among those who reach its summit is never climbed in winter on K2.
21. Mount Rainier
Photo: list25.com Mount Rainier is a massive stratovolcano located 87 km southeast of Seattle in Washington State, United States. It is the highest mountain in the contiguous United States and the Volcanic Arc, with a summit elevation of 4,392 m.
20. Mount Kinabalu
Photo: list25.com Mount Kinabalu is located on the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia. It is located in the eastern Malaysian state of Sabah and is protected as Kinabalu National Park, a World Heritage Site.
19. Namjagbarwa
Photo: list25.com Namjagbarwa is a mountain in the Tibetan Himalayas. According to the traditional definition of the Himalayas as a mountain range extending from the Indus River to the Brahmaputra, this mountain is the eastern anchor of the entire mountain range, and the highest peak in its segment, as well as the easternmost peak of the Earth with an altitude of over 7,600 meters.
18. Bogda Peak
Photo: list25.com Bogda Peak or Bogda Feng is the highest mountain of the Bogda Shan Range, located in the eastern Tianshan Mountains, China, with an altitude of 5,445 m.
17. Chimborazo
Photo: list25.com Chimborazo is a currently inactive stratovolcano located in the Western Cordillera of the Andes. Its last eruption is believed to have occurred around 550 AD. With an altitude of 6,268 meters, Chimborazo is the highest mountain in Ecuador.
16. Jengish Chokusu
Photo: list25.com Zhenish Chokusu is the highest mountain in the Tien Shan mountain system with an altitude of 7,439 m. It is located on the border of Kyrgyzstan and southeast of Lake Issyk-Kul.
15. Mauna Kea
Photo: list25.com Mauna Kea is a volcano on the island of Hawaii. Reaching a height of 4,207 m above sea level, its summit is the highest point in the state of Hawaii.
14. Nanga Parbat
Photo: list25.com Nanga Parbat (literally Naked Mountain) is the ninth highest mountain in the world and the western anchor of the Himalayas. Located in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan, it features a tall peak that dominates the surrounding landscape and has several tragic stories associated with its ascent.
13. Klyuchevskaya Sopka
Photo: list25.com Klyuchevskaya Sopka is a stratovolcano that is the highest mountain on the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia and the highest active volcano in Eurasia. Its steep, symmetrical cone rises about 100 kilometers from the Bering Sea.
12. Mount Damavand
Photo: flickr.com Mount Damavand is a potentially active volcano and the highest peak in Iran, holding a special place in Persian mythology and folklore. It is located in the middle ridge of Elbrus next to the highest volcano in all of Asia.
11. Mont Blanc
Photo: flickr.com Mont Blanc (in French) or Monte Bianco (in Italian), the "White Mountain" is the highest mountain in the Alps, Western Europe and the European Union and rises 4,810.45 m above sea level.
10. Mount Elbrus
Photo: flickr.com Mount Elbrus is a dormant volcano located in the Western Caucasus mountain range, in Kabardino-Balkaria and Karachay-Cherkessia, Russia, near the Georgian border. Its peak is the highest in the Caucasus.
9. Puncak Jaya (Puncak Jaya)
Photo: commons.wikimedia.org At 4,884 m, Puncak Jaya or Carstensz Pyramid is the highest peak of Mount Carstensz in the Sudirman Range in the western central highlands of Papua Province, Indonesia.
8. Vinson Massif
Photo: commons.wikimedia.org Vinson Massif is the highest mountain in Antarctica, located in the Sentinel Range of the Ellsworth Mountains, which rise above the Ronne Ice Shelf at the base of the Antarctic Peninsula.
7. Pico de Orizaba
Photo: flickr.com The stratovolcano Pico de Orizaba is the highest mountain in Mexico and the third highest in North America. It rises 5,636 meters above sea level in the eastern part of the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt, on the border between the states of Veracruz and Puebla.
6. Mount Logan
Photo: list25.com Mount Logan is the highest mountain in Canada and the second highest peak in North America after Mount McKinley.
5. Peak Cristóbal Colón
Photo: commons.wikimedia.org Named after Christopher Columbus, Cristobal Colon Peak is the highest mountain in Colombia, with an estimated altitude of 5,700 meters.
4. Mount Kilimanjaro
Photo: pixabay.com Kilimanjaro, with its three volcanic cones, Kibo, Mawenzi and Shira, is a dormant volcano in Kilimanjaro National Park, Tanzania. It is the highest peak in Africa at 5,895 meters above sea level.
3. Mount McKinley
Photo: pixabay.com Mount McKinley, or Denali, in Alaska is the highest mountain peak in the United States and North America, with a summit height of 6,194 m above sea level.
2. Mount Aconcagua
Photo: pixabay.com Aconcagua is the highest mountain in the Americas at 6,960.8 m. It is located in the Andes mountain range in the province of Mendoza, Argentina, and is 112 km northwest of the capital, Mendoza.
1.Mount Everest
Photo: pixabay.com Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world, with a peak height of 8,848 meters above sea level. It is also the tallest mountain in the world from base to summit. The Tibetan name for Everest, Qomolangma, translates as "Third Goddess", and the mountain is located in the Mahalangur range of the Himalayas. The international border between China and Nepal runs exactly along the top of the mountain.
The highest mountains in the world have different names, but at the same time they can be called briefly - Seven Peaks is a term that appeared in 1985 at the suggestion of Richard Bass (the man who was the first to conquer all seven peaks) and united the seven highest peaks on each continent. This association is not equal to the ranking of the highest mountains in the world, most of which are located in Nepal. This list is made up of mountains, each of which is the highest on its continent.
The highest peak in North America is located in Alaska and is the center of Denali National Park. The summit of Mount McKinley is 6194 meters away from the ground. This mountain is the third in the world in terms of topographic position, surpassed only by Everest and Aconcagua. And if you take into account the ratio of base to peak, then McKinley is the highest mountain in the world. The mountain got its name in honor of the American president, and the Indian name - Denali - means “great”.
Part of the Andes and with a height of 6959 meters, Mount Aconcagua is considered the highest peak in South America. The mountain is located in the Argentine province of Mendoza and is 15 km from the border with Chile. The name of the mountain comes from the Quechua words for “stone guardian.”
Europe – Mount Elbrus (Russia)
Elbrus is an inactive volcano with a height of 5642 meters, which is located in the Caucasus Mountains on the border of Russia and Georgia.
Elbrus has several other names, the most romantic of which, translated from Adyghe and Kabardino-Circassian, means “mountain that brings happiness.”
Asia – Mount Everest (Nepal/China)
The world's highest mountain, Everest, is located exactly on the border of Nepal and China. Everest is part of the Himalayas, the highest mountain range in the world. This is where the highest mountains in the world are located. The height of Everest is 8848 meters. Everest attracts all climbers of the world and this is understandable. Technically, Everest's routes are not very difficult, but they come with the added challenges of altitude sickness, extreme winds and nasty weather conditions. The name Everest is English - in honor of the head of the geodetic service who first told the European community about this peak. The mountain has the Tibetan name Chomolungma (divine mother of life) and the equivalent Nepalese name Sagarmatha (mother of the gods).
The highest mountain on the African continent is an extinct volcano, the highest point of which is 5895 meters away from sea level. Moreover, Kilimanjaro has three peaks, two of which are extinct, and the third may well wake up. Kilimanjaro erupted 360,000 years ago, but volcanic activity at Kibo Peak (the highest of the three) was seen 200 years ago, indicating that the volcano is potentially active. In Swahili, the name Kilimanjaro means "sparkling mountain".
The highest point of Oceania is also the highest mountain in the world, which is located on an island. Puncak Jaya is located in the west of the island of New Guinea. The height of Mount Puncak Jaya, also called simply Jaya or Carstensz Pyramid, is 4884 meters. The name of the mountain means "mountain of victory" in Indonesian.
Antarctica - Mount Vinson
The seventh of the highest mountains in the world received its name in honor of Carl Vinson, an eminent American politician. The Vinson Mountains are part of the Ellsworth Mountains and have a high point 4,892 meters above sea level.
Seven mountains, each unique in its origin and beauty, attract climbers from all over the world. Climbers who have conquered the Seven Peaks are united in an informal community.
Mountains are not just part of the relief; they participate in the fresh water cycle, largely determine the weather, and are a powerful recreational resource. Climbers travel all over the world, hoping to conquer the most dangerous peaks where they can see incredibly beautiful landscapes. Next, the reader is presented with highest mountains in the world— top 10 list.
10. Jaya (4,884 m)
The ranking of the highest mountains in the world opens with “Jaya”, which means “Victory” in Indonesian. The mountain is located in Indonesia and is part of the Maoke mountain system. Its peak, the Carstens Pyramid, is 4,884 m above sea level. This is the highest point in Oceania.
The Carstens Pyramid was first conquered in 1962 by a group of Austrian climbers. Technically, the mountain is difficult, since its peak has steep slopes, but the mild climate does not cause problems. Permission to climb must be obtained from local tribes, who are not always friendly.
9. Vinson Massif (4,892 m)
The parade of the highest mountain peaks on the planet continues with the Vinson Massif, named after the American politician Carl Vinson. The massif is located in Antarctica in the Ellsworth system. Vinson was discovered by accident: in 1957, it was seen by the pilots of an American airliner flying over the mainland in clear weather. Vinson's elevation is 4,892 m, which is the highest point in Antarctica.
The first ascent dates back to 1966. Climbers rate Vinson's summit as moderate in technical difficulty. The ascent is hampered by frequent bad weather and low temperatures on the mainland. The price of a tourist tour with climbing the massif reaches 40 thousand US dollars.
8. Orizaba (5,636 m)
Volcano Orizaba, 5,636 meters above sea level, is the highest point in Mexico and the third peak in the Americas. Located in the Cordillera mountain system. The local name of the volcano is “Citlaltepetl”, which means “Hill of the Star” in Aztec. The volcano is considered active, but the last eruption was recorded in 1846.
The first ascent of Orizaba dates back to 1848. At the moment, climbers consider this mountain range to be quite simple. It is used as a training peak for beginning climbers. The price of the excursion is about 3 thousand US dollars.
7. Elbrus (5,642 m)
Elbrus ranks seventh among the highest mountains in the world. The peak of the mountain is located 5,642 m above sea level, which is the highest point in Europe and Russia. The etymology of the name is unknown; among the peoples of the Caucasus, the mountain is called differently.
Elbrus is a stratovolcano located in the Caucasus Mountains system between Kabardino-Balkaria and Karachay-Cherkessia. The volcano is considered active, but the last eruption was more than 5,000 years ago; according to scientists, the activity of Elbrus is gradually increasing.
Elbrus is the main recreational resource of the Caucasus. The first conquest of the peak took place in 1829. At the moment, well-developed infrastructure, a large number of hotels, tourist camps, the friendliness of the local population and affordable prices make Elbrus the most popular of the seven peaks.
6. Cristobal Colon (5,776 m)
Cristobal Colon means Christopher Columbus in Spanish, and the mountain is named after him.
Cristobal Colon Peak is located in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountain range in northern Colombia. Its summit is located at 5,776 m above sea level, which is the highest point in Colombia.
From a mountaineering point of view, Cristobal is a technically simple mountain and is not of particular interest for expeditions. It can be climbed as part of tourist groups. The bulk of hotels and camps for tourists are located near the city of Santa Marta in the northwest of the ridge.
5. Kilimanjaro (5,895 m)
Kilimanjaro is a stratovolcano located in northeastern Tanzania. Uhuru Peak of the Kibo volcano is located at an altitude of 5,895 m above sea level, it is the highest point of the African continent.
Kilimanjaro is an active volcano, but there is no documented evidence that it has ever erupted.
The first summit of Kilimanjaro took place in 1889. Climbers consider Uhuru Peak to be technically easy; the ascent can be accomplished without special training or climbing equipment. Climatic changes pose a great difficulty due to the proximity of the volcano to the equator.
4. Mount Logan (5,959 m)
The mountain is named after William Logan, a geologist from Canada. Located in southwest Yukon. Its peak is 5,959 m above sea level - it is the highest mountain in Canada and the second highest in North America.
Mount Logan was conquered in 1925. Climbing to the top is difficult due to the low temperature; at the peak the air rarely warms up above 45 degrees. Climbers regard the mountain as difficult, requiring special training and equipment.
3. Denali (6,190 m)
Denali opens the top three highest mountains in the world. The mountain received a new name in 2015; before that time, since 1896, it was called McKinley.
Denali is located in south-central Alaska and is part of the Alaska Range. At 6,190 m above sea level, Denali is the highest peak in North America.
The first conquest dates back to 1913 by the expedition of Reverend Hudson Stack. At the moment, hiking trails are open, along which there are special ski lifts, shuttle buses, hotels and tourist camps. Six American companies provide tours. Over the entire history of the conquest of Denali, more than 100 climbers have died.
2. Aconcagua (6,962 m)
Aconcagua is the highest point in South America, with an altitude of 6,962 m. The mountain is located in the center of the Andes, the Main Cordillera ridge, located between Argentina and Chile. Aconcagua itself is located in Argentina.
Aconcagua is a place of contrasts. Climbers consider the northern and eastern slopes to be technically easy, while the southern and southwestern slopes are considered very difficult. The main difficulty is the low partial pressure of atmospheric air, which is solved with the help of oxygen masks. The ascent begins in the city of Mendoza, the path to the top lies through 8 intermediate points.
1. Everest (8,848 m)
Everest (or Chomolungma) is located in the Himalaya mountain range, the Mahalangur Himal range, located between China and Nepal. The northern point of Everest is located at 8,848 m above sea level and is the highest on Earth.
The first conquest of the eight-thousander occurred in 1953, since then more than 4,000 people have visited Everest, about 260 of them died. Every year about 500 people conquer the peak; ascents take place from late spring to early autumn. The cost of the climb reaches 64 thousand US dollars.