Only fourteen mountains on Earth rise above 8,000 meters above sea level. These giants, known as the Eight-Thousanders, are located in the Himalaya and Karakoram ranges and represent the ultimate challenge for mountaineers.
The highest point on Earth, Everest towers above the Himalayas and remains the ultimate mountaineering objective.
The second highest mountain and one of the most technically difficult climbs in the world.
Its name means “Five Treasures of Snow,” referring to its five distinct peaks.
Connected to Everest via the South Col, Lhotse shares much of Everest’s climbing route.
A striking pyramid-shaped peak famous for its steep ridges and technical climbing.
Often considered the most accessible 8,000-meter peak due to its relatively moderate slopes.
Once believed to be the highest mountain in the world before Everest was measured.
Its name comes from the Sanskrit word “Manasa,” meaning spirit or intellect.
Known as the “Killer Mountain” due to its extremely dangerous climbing conditions.
The first 8,000-meter peak ever climbed, in 1950.
Also known as Hidden Peak, located in the Karakoram Range.
Named for its massive summit ridge stretching more than 1.5 km.
One of the easier 8,000-meter peaks but still extremely challenging.
The lowest of the eight-thousanders and the only one entirely within Tibet.