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Montañas más altas del Himalaya

Explore the most imposing summits of the Himalayan range, home to the world's highest peaks. This list includes mountains exceeding 8,000 meters, highlighting their altitude and geographical location. Discover the most challenging and iconic elevations that attract alpinists and adventurers from across the globe. An essential resource for mountain enthusiasts and world geography buffs.

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    K2

    173 Global Votes
    • Second-highest mountain on Earth

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    K2 is the second-highest mountain in the world, with an altitude of 8,611 meters, placing it immediately after Mount Everest. Its location in the Karakoram Range, part of the Himalayan system, makes it an iconic peak and a formidable challenge for mountaineers.

  2. 2

    Nanga Parbat

    110 Global Votes
    • Majestic peak

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    Nanga Parbat is the ninth highest mountain in the world, reaching 8,126 meters, which places it among the most imposing peaks of the Himalayas. Furthermore, it serves as the western anchor of the Himalayan range and features the Rupal Face, one of the highest rock and ice walls on the planet.

  3. 3

    Kangchenjunga

    83 Global Votes
    • Third-highest mountain in the world

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    Kangchenjunga is the third-highest mountain in the world, reaching an altitude of 8,586 meters. Its imposing height makes it a significant geographical landmark within the Himalayan range.

  4. 4

    Manaslu

    14 Global Votes
    • Eighth-highest mountain in the world

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    Manaslu stands as the eighth-highest mountain in the world, reaching an elevation of 8,163 meters (26,781 ft). Its immense height establishes it as one of the most significant peaks within the Nepalese Himalayas. It is a challenging destination for mountaineers and a focal point for the popular Manaslu Circuit trek.

  5. 5

    Lhotse

    13 Global Votes
    • Fourth highest mountain in the world

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    Lhotse is the fourth highest mountain in the world, reaching an altitude of 8,516 meters. Its imposing height makes it a prominent peak within the Himalayan range, attracting mountaineers from all over the globe.

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  7. 6

    Annapurna I

    11 Global Votes
    • 10th highest mountain in the world

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    Annapurna I is the tenth highest mountain in the world, reaching 8,091 meters above sea level. Its imposing height places it among the most challenging and significant peaks in the Himalayas, noted for its difficulty and danger. It was the first 8,000-meter peak ever summited, a historic milestone in mountaineering.

  8. 7

    Gasherbrum II

    1 Global Votes
    • World's 13th highest mountain

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    Gasherbrum II stands as one of the world's highest mountains, reaching an altitude of 8,035 meters. Its imposing height and location within the Karakoram range make it a significant peak for mountaineers.

  9. 8

    Everest

    0 Global Votes
    • World's Highest Peak

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    Everest is the highest mountain in the world above sea level, with an elevation of 8,849 meters. Its imposing height and location in the Mahalangur Himal establish it as the dominant peak of the Himalayan range.

  10. 9

    Cho Oyu

    0 Global Votes
    • Sixth-highest mountain in the world

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    Cho Oyu is the sixth-highest mountain in the world, reaching 8,188 meters above sea level. Its imposing altitude establishes it as one of the most significant summits in the Himalayas, attracting mountaineers globally. Furthermore, it is recognized as the most achievable of the fourteen 8,000-meter peaks, offering an ideal entry point into high-altitude mountaineering.

  11. 10

    Dhaulagiri

    0 Global Votes
    • Seventh highest mountain in the world

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    Dhaulagiri is one of the most imposing peaks in the Himalayas, reaching an altitude of 8,167 meters (26,795 ft) above sea level. Its status as the seventh highest mountain in the world and the highest entirely within Nepal underscores its geographical prominence and its challenge for mountaineers.

  12. 11

    Gasherbrum I (Hidden Peak)

    0 Global Votes
    • 11th highest mountain in the world

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    Gasherbrum I is the 11th highest mountain in the world, reaching an altitude of 8,080 meters. Its imposing height and location in the Karakoram range establish it as a prominent peak among the highest mountains of the Himalayas.

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    Broad Peak

    0 Global Votes
    • 12th highest mountain in the world

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    Broad Peak is the twelfth highest mountain in the world, reaching an altitude of 8,051 meters. Its location in the Karakoram, a sub-range of the Himalayas, makes it a prominent peak among the most imposing mountains in the region.

  14. 13

    Shishapangma

    0 Global Votes
    • 14th-highest mountain in the world

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    Shishapangma is a formidable peak reaching an altitude of 8,027 meters, making it the 14th highest mountain in the world. It is notable for being the only 8,000-meter peak located entirely within Tibet, standing out for its unique location and majesty within the Himalayan range.

Frequently asked questions

This ranking evaluates and presents the highest mountains located exclusively within the Himalayan range, based on their altitude above sea level.
The results show the Himalayan mountains ordered from highest to lowest altitude. The top position corresponds to the highest mountain in the range, Mount Everest, at 8,848 meters.
No, this ranking focuses exclusively on mountains located within the Himalayan range. Mountains like K2, which is in the Karakoram, are not included even if they are very high.

How we built this ranking and what to consider when choosing

The creation of this ranking is based on a careful compilation of data regarding the altitudes of the most prominent peaks in the Himalayan range. Our goal is to provide an accurate and understandable list for mountain enthusiasts.

  • We focus on the officially recognized altitude of each peak, measured in meters above sea level, as the primary criterion for ranking.
  • Only mountains that are geographically part of the Himalayan range are included, excluding other nearby ranges such as the Karakoram.
  • Information is cross-referenced with reliable sources to ensure the accuracy of the heights and geographical location of each mountain.
  • The mountain must be recognized as an integral part of the Himalayan range.
  • The official altitude of the summit is considered, being a key factor for its inclusion and position in the ranking.
  • Main summits are prioritized, although relevant subsidiary peaks may be mentioned if their height is significant and well-documented.