Select two mountains to compare their heights and learn about their features
Nepal/China Border
8848m
First Ascent: 1953
Range: Himalayas
The Earth's highest mountain above sea level, featuring the 'Death Zone' above 8000m where oxygen levels are insufficient to sustain human life.
Pakistan/China Border
8611m
First Ascent: 1954
Range: Karakoram
Known as the 'Savage Mountain' due to its extreme difficulty of ascent. Has the second-highest fatality rate among 8000m peaks.
Nepal/India Border
8586m
First Ascent: 1955
Third highest mountain, consisting of five peaks, with its name meaning 'Five Treasures of Snow'.