Top 10 Highest Mountains in the World

Mount Everest (8,848 meters / 29,031 feet) Known as the "roof of the world," Everest is the highest mountain on Earth. It's a popular, albeit extremely challenging, climbing destination.

K2 (8,611 meters / 28,251 feet) Often considered the most challenging mountain to climb, K2 is known for its extreme weather conditions and technical difficulties.

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Lhotse (8,516 meters / 27,940 feet) Frequently climbed as part of an Everest expedition, Lhotse is a massive peak with a challenging south face.

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Makalu (8,485 meters / 27,838 feet) Known for its pyramid-like shape, Makalu is a technically demanding mountain.

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Cho Oyu (8,201 meters / 26,906 feet) Often considered one of the easier eight-thousanders to climb, Cho Oyu is a popular choice for experienced mountaineers.

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Manaslu (8,163 meters / 26,762 feet) Meaning "Mountain of the Spirit," Manaslu is a beautiful but dangerous peak.

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Nanga Parbat (8,125 meters / 26,657 feet) Known as the "Killer Mountain" due to its high fatality rate, Nanga Parbat is a challenging and awe-inspiring peak.

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Kangchenjunga (8,586 meters / 28,169 feet) The third-highest mountain, Kangchenjunga is revered as a sacred peak by the locals.

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Dhaulagiri (8,167 meters / 26,795 feet) With massive cliffs and glaciers, Dhaulagiri is a formidable challenge for climbers.

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Annapurna I (8,091 meters / 26,545 feet) The tenth highest mountain, Annapurna is also one of the deadliest, with a high climbing fatality rate.

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