1. MOUNT EVEREST

Mount Everest, towering at 8,848 meters (29,029 feet), reigns as the world’s highest peak, straddling the border of Nepal and China. Nestled in the Mahalangur Himalaya range, this majestic giant is known as "Sagarmatha" in Nepali and "Chomolungma" in Tibetan. Its fame grew following a survey by Sir George Everest, whose name immortalized the peak. As the crown jewel of the Himalayas, Everest stands proudly at the top of the world’s highest mountains. In 1953, Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa made history by becoming the first humans to conquer its summit, cementing Everest's legendary status.

2. MOUNT K2

Standing at 8,611 meters, Mount K2 is the world’s second-highest peak, nestled in the rugged Karakoram Range on the border of China and Pakistan. As the tallest mountain in the Karakoram, K2 has earned the nickname "Savage Mountain" due to its notoriously difficult and treacherous climb. Despite its perilous reputation, over 250 brave mountaineers have reached its summit. With its many formidable peaks, the Karakoram Range finds its most formidable challenge in K2, where only the most skilled climbers dare venture. It remains one of the ultimate tests of human endurance and determination in the world of mountaineering.

3. KANGCHENJUNGA PEAK

At 8,586 meters, Kanchenjunga is the third-highest mountain in the world and India’s tallest peak, often referred to as "Majestic Kanchenjunga." Straddling the border between India and Nepal, its name in Tibetan means "The High Treasures of the High Snow," symbolizing five sacred treasures: gold, silver, jewels, grains, and sacred books. This towering beauty holds a deep spiritual significance for the local people. In 1955, climbers Brown and George Band etched their names in history as the first to successfully conquer Kanchenjunga’s daunting heights, marking a monumental achievement in the world of mountaineering.

4. MOUNT LHOTSE

Rising to 8,511 meters, Mount Lhotse is the fourth-highest peak in the world, standing just south of the mighty Mount Everest in the Khumbu region, straddling the border of Nepal and Tibet. Known for its perilous, rocky slopes, Lhotse has earned a reputation as one of the deadliest mountains, with countless climbers succumbing to its treacherous conditions. Despite this, the mountain’s allure persists, and in 1956, Ernst Reiss and Fritz Luchsinger made history by becoming the first to summit Lhotse. The dramatic landscape and the mountain’s intimidating presence make Lhotse a challenging yet captivating destination for daring mountaineers.

5. MOUNT MAKALU

Standing at 8,463 meters, Mount Makalu is the fifth tallest mountain on Earth, nestled in the Mahalangur Range just 19 km southeast of Mount Everest. Known for its sharp ridges and steep, unforgiving slopes, Makalu is a true challenge for climbers. Its isolated, pyramid-like shape adds to the difficulty, with its knife-edge ridges making the ascent particularly treacherous. On average, climbers take 61 to 65 days to conquer its heights. Makalu’s formidable beauty was first tamed in 1955 when Lionel Terral and Jean Cousy made history as the first to reach its summit, marking a remarkable achievement in mountaineering.

6. MOUNT CHO OYU

Mount Cho Oyu, standing at 8,201 meters, is the world’s sixth-highest peak, located in the Himalayas on the border of Nepal and Tibet. Known for being one of the most accessible 8,000-meter mountains, Cho Oyu offers relatively easier climbing conditions compared to its higher counterparts. In October 1954, H. Tichy, S. Jochler, and Pasang Lama made history by reaching the summit, with Ang Phiri Sherpa becoming the first Nepali to conquer it. Climbers can ascend from three different sides—northwest, northeast, and southeast—making it a popular choice for trekkers looking to gain experience before tackling the daunting heights of Mount Everest.