Mountains have long captivated the human imagination, standing as silent sentinels of our planet’s geological history and biodiversity. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the top 100 mountain ranges across the globe, ranked based on a combination of factors including peak height, total area, geological significance, cultural importance, and biodiversity. Join us on this virtual expedition as we traverse continents, scale towering peaks, and discover the unique features that make each range extraordinary.
- Himalayas – The Himalayas reign supreme as the world’s highest mountain range, their snow-capped peaks piercing the sky like nature’s own skyscrapers. Here, ancient traditions blend with extreme adventure, as climbers from around the world test their mettle against the formidable Mount Everest.
- Highest Peak: Mount Everest (8,848 m)
- Countries: Nepal, India, Bhutan, China, Pakistan
- Notable Features: Home to all 14 of the world’s 8,000+ meter peaks, the “Roof of the World”
- Andes – Stretching like a spine along South America’s western coast, the Andes offer a dizzying array of landscapes, from the bone-dry Atacama Desert to the lush Amazon rainforest. Ancient Incan ruins whisper tales of lost civilizations amidst the clouds.
- Highest Peak: Aconcagua (6,962 m)
- Countries: Argentina, Chile, Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela
- Notable Features: World’s longest mountain range, diverse ecosystems from glaciers to rainforests
- Rocky Mountains – The Rockies paint a rugged portrait of North America’s wild heart, where jagged peaks give way to pristine alpine lakes and vast forests. Here, the spirit of the Old West lives on in charming mountain towns and sprawling ranches.
- Highest Peak: Mount Elbert (4,401 m)
- Countries: Canada, United States
- Notable Features: Stunning national parks, including Yellowstone and Banff
- Alps – Europe’s playground beckons with its postcard-perfect vistas and world-class skiing. The Alps have inspired artists and adventurers for centuries, their beauty captured in countless paintings and photographs.
- Highest Peak: Mont Blanc (4,810 m)
- Countries: France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Germany, Slovenia, Liechtenstein, Monaco
- Notable Features: Iconic skiing destinations, picturesque alpine villages
- Caucasus Mountains – Straddling Europe and Asia, the Caucasus Mountains are a melting pot of cultures and landscapes. Here, you can ski down volcanic slopes and explore medieval fortresses all in one day.
- Highest Peak: Mount Elbrus (5,642 m)
- Countries: Russia, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Armenia
- Notable Features: Europe’s highest mountain, diverse cultures and languages
- Atlas Mountains – Rising from the Sahara’s edge, the Atlas Mountains are an oasis of cool pine forests and snowy peaks in North Africa. Here, traditional Berber culture thrives amidst stunning natural beauty.
- Highest Peak: Toubkal (4,167 m)
- Countries: Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia
- Notable Features: Ancient Berber culture, stunning desert landscapes
- Karakoram – The Karakoram’s jagged peaks and massive glaciers create an otherworldly landscape that challenges even the most experienced mountaineers. K2, the “Savage Mountain,” looms large in climbing lore.
- Highest Peak: K2 (8,611 m)
- Countries: Pakistan, China, India
- Notable Features: World’s second-highest peak, massive glaciers
- Hindu Kush – The Hindu Kush has been a crossroads of civilizations for millennia, its valleys echoing with the footsteps of Alexander the Great and Marco Polo. Today, it remains a land of stark beauty and resilient people.
- Highest Peak: Tirich Mir (7,708 m)
- Countries: Afghanistan, Pakistan
- Notable Features: Ancient trade routes, diverse ethnic groups
- Ural Mountains – Though not the tallest, the Urals are a geological treasure trove, their rocks telling a story that spans billions of years. These mountains have shaped Russian history and industry for centuries.
- Highest Peak: Mount Narodnaya (1,895 m)
- Countries: Russia, Kazakhstan
- Notable Features: Natural boundary between Europe and Asia
- Appalachian Mountains – The gentle slopes of the Appalachians hide a wealth of biodiversity and cultural heritage. From the vibrant fall foliage to the haunting strains of bluegrass music, these mountains have a charm all their own.
- Highest Peak: Mount Mitchell (2,037 m)
- Countries: United States, Canada
- Notable Features: Ancient mountain range, Appalachian Trail
- Carpathian Mountains – Europe’s second-longest mountain range, the Carpathians are a biodiversity hotspot. Their dense forests are home to the largest populations of brown bears, wolves, and lynxes in Europe.
- Highest Peak: Gerlachovský štít (2,655 m)
- Countries: Romania, Ukraine, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Czech Republic, Austria, Serbia
- Notable Features: Europe’s largest virgin forests, rich folklore and traditions
- Pyrenees – Forming a natural border between France and Spain, the Pyrenees are a blend of Mediterranean and Alpine landscapes. Their unique flora and fauna make them a biodiversity hotspot.
- Highest Peak: Aneto (3,404 m)
- Countries: Spain, France, Andorra
- Notable Features: Stunning hiking trails, unique Basque culture
- Sierra Nevada – California’s backbone, the Sierra Nevada, is a land of contrasts. From the granite monoliths of Yosemite to the ancient bristlecone pines, this range is a natural wonder.
- Highest Peak: Mount Whitney (4,421 m)
- Countries: United States
- Notable Features: Yosemite National Park, giant sequoia trees
- Tian Shan – Known as the “Celestial Mountains,” the Tian Shan range is a critical water source for Central Asia. Its diverse ecosystems range from glaciers to desert-like valleys.
- Highest Peak: Jengish Chokusu (7,439 m)
- Countries: Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, China, Uzbekistan
- Notable Features: Issyk-Kul Lake, numerous glaciers, diverse wildlife including snow leopards
- Altai Mountains – Where Russia, China, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan meet, the Altai Mountains are a UNESCO World Heritage site. Their pristine landscapes are home to endangered species like the snow leopard.
- Highest Peak: Mount Belukha (4,506 m)
- Countries: Russia, Mongolia, China, Kazakhstan
- Notable Features: UNESCO World Heritage site, ancient rock art
- Dinaric Alps – Stretching along the Adriatic coast, the Dinaric Alps are a karst wonderland. Their limestone landscapes create stunning caves, underground rivers, and unique ecosystems.
- Highest Peak: Mount Triglav (2,864 m)
- Countries: Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Albania, Serbia, Kosovo
- Notable Features: Karst landscapes, Adriatic coastline
- Scandinavian Mountains – Also known as the Scandes, this range forms the spine of the Scandinavian Peninsula. Its dramatic fjords and glacial valleys are a testament to the power of ice.
- Highest Peak: Galdhøpiggen (2,469 m)
- Countries: Norway, Sweden
- Notable Features: Fjords, Northern Lights, midnight sun
- Alaska Range – Home to North America’s highest peak, Denali, the Alaska Range is a land of extremes. Its glaciers, tundra, and taiga forests create a diverse array of ecosystems.
- Highest Peak: Denali (6,190 m)
- Countries: United States
- Notable Features: North America’s highest peak, vast wilderness
- Zagros Mountains – Running from Turkey to Iran, the Zagros Mountains have shaped Middle Eastern history and culture for millennia. Their rugged terrain hosts diverse ecosystems and ancient civilizations.
- Highest Peak: Dena (4,409 m)
- Countries: Iran, Iraq, Turkey
- Notable Features: Ancient civilizations, unique flora and fauna
- Kunlun Mountains – One of the longest mountain chains in Asia, the Kunlun Mountains are steeped in Chinese mythology. They are a crucial source of water for much of northern China.
- Highest Peak: Liushi Shan (7,167 m)
- Countries: China
- Notable Features: “Backbone of Asia,” source of major rivers
- Great Dividing Range – Australia’s most extensive mountain range, the Great Dividing Range, runs along the entire east coast. Its diverse ecosystems range from tropical rainforests to alpine heathlands.
- Highest Peak: Mount Kosciuszko (2,228 m)
- Countries: Australia
- Notable Features: World’s third-longest land-based range, unique Australian wildlife
- Pamir Mountains – Known as the “Roof of the World,” the Pamir Mountains are where the world’s greatest ranges converge. Their extreme altitudes and harsh climate create a unique high-altitude desert ecosystem.
- Highest Peak: Ismoil Somoni Peak (7,495 m)
- Countries: Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Afghanistan, China
- Notable Features: Lake Sarez, Fedchenko Glacier
- Drakensberg – The highest mountain range in Southern Africa, the Drakensberg is known for its dramatic basalt escarpments and rich biodiversity. It’s a crucial water source for much of South Africa.
- Highest Peak: Thabana Ntlenyana (3,482 m)
- Countries: South Africa, Lesotho
- Notable Features: “Dragon Mountains,” ancient rock art
- Cantabrian Mountains – Running along Spain’s northern coast, the Cantabrian Mountains are a haven for wildlife. They’re one of the last refuges for the Cantabrian brown bear and Iberian wolf.
- Highest Peak: Torre Cerredo (2,650 m)
- Countries: Spain
- Notable Features: Picos de Europa National Park, last refuge of brown bears in Spain
- Andes of Venezuela – The northernmost extension of the Andes, this range features unique páramo ecosystems. Its isolation has led to high levels of endemism in both flora and fauna.
- Highest peak: Pico Bolívar (4,978 m / 16,332 ft)
- Countries: Venezuela
- Notable features: Mérida cable car, the world’s highest and longest
- Sayan Mountains – Forming part of the border between Russia and Mongolia, the Sayan Mountains are a biodiversity hotspot. Their remote wilderness is home to endangered species like the snow leopard.
- Highest Peak: Munku-Sardyk (3,491 m)
- Countries: Russia, Mongolia
- Notable Features: Pristine taiga forests, shamanic traditions
- Brooks Range – Stretching across northern Alaska, the Brooks Range is one of the most remote mountain ranges in the world. Its pristine wilderness is home to diverse Arctic wildlife.
- Highest Peak: Mount Isto (2,736 m)
- Countries: United States (Alaska)
- Notable Features: Arctic wilderness, caribou migrations
- Verkhoyansk Range – Located in one of the coldest inhabited regions on Earth, the Verkhoyansk Range is a testament to the extremes of Siberian climate. Its isolation has preserved unique Arctic ecosystems.
- Highest Peak: Orulgan (2,389 m)
- Countries: Russia
- Notable Features: One of the coldest inhabited places on Earth
- Coast Mountains – Stretching along the Pacific coast of North America, the Coast Mountains are a realm of glaciers, fjords, and temperate rainforests. Their rugged beauty is a testament to the raw power of nature.
- Highest Peak: Mount Waddington (4,019 m)
- Countries: Canada, United States
- Notable Features: Glaciers, fjords, temperate rainforests
- Western Ghats – Running along India’s western coast, the Western Ghats are older than the Himalayas. Their lush forests are home to an incredible diversity of species, many found nowhere else on Earth.
- Highest Peak: Anamudi (2,695 m)
- Countries: India
- Notable Features: UNESCO World Heritage site, biodiversity hotspot
- Transantarctic Mountains – Dividing Antarctica into two distinct regions, the Transantarctic Mountains are mostly buried under ice. Their exposed peaks, or nunataks, provide crucial insights into the continent’s geological history.
- Highest Peak: Mount Kirkpatrick (4,528 m)
- Countries: Antarctica
- Notable Features: Beardmore Glacier, ancient fossils
- Sudetes – Straddling the border of Poland and the Czech Republic, the Sudetes are rich in both natural beauty and human history. Their diverse landscapes range from gentle hills to rugged peaks.
- Highest Peak: Sněžka (1,603 m)
- Countries: Czech Republic, Poland, Germany
- Notable Features: Ancient rock formations, Giant Mountains, spa towns
- Cascade Range – Part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, the Cascades are home to several active volcanoes. Their snow-capped peaks and lush forests create some of North America’s most iconic landscapes.
- Highest Peak: Mount Rainier (4,392 m)
- Countries: United States, Canada
- Notable Features: Volcanic peaks, including Mount St. Helens
- Ethiopian Highlands – Often called the “Roof of Africa,” the Ethiopian Highlands are home to diverse ecosystems and ancient human history. Their unique wildlife includes the Ethiopian wolf and gelada baboon.
- Highest Peak: Ras Dashen (4,550 m)
- Countries: Ethiopia, Eritrea
- Notable Features: Source of the Blue Nile; ancient Christian churches; unique wildlife
- Southern Alps – New Zealand’s backbone, the Southern Alps, are a young and rapidly rising mountain range. Their dramatic landscapes, shaped by tectonic uplift and glaciation, have gained worldwide fame.
- Highest peak: Aoraki / Mount Cook (3,724 m / 12,218 ft)
- Countries: New Zealand
- Notable Features: Maruia Springs
- Sierra Madre
- Highest Peak: Cerro Mohinora (3,307 m)
- Countries: Mexico
- Notable Features: Three distinct ranges, diverse ecosystems
- Apennines
- Highest Peak: Corno Grande (2,912 m)
- Countries: Italy
- Notable Features: “Backbone of Italy,” diverse landscapes from north to south
- Hengduan Mountains
- Highest Peak: Mount Gongga (7,556 m)
- Countries: China
- Notable Features: Diverse plant life, deep river gorges
- Andes of Tierra del Fuego
- Highest Peak: Mount Darwin (2,488 m)
- Countries: Chile, Argentina
- Notable Features: Southernmost mountain range, glaciers meeting the sea
- Hijaz Mountains
- Highest Peak: Jabal Sawda (3,133 m)
- Countries: Saudi Arabia
- Notable Features: Red Sea coastline, ancient trade routes
- Barisan Mountains
- Highest Peak: Mount Kerinci (3,805 m)
- Countries: Indonesia
- Notable Features: “Backbone of Sumatra,” tropical rainforests
- Rwenzori Mountains
- Highest Peak: Mount Stanley (5,109 m)
- Countries: Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Notable Features: “Mountains of the Moon,” equatorial glaciers
- Taurus Mountains
- Highest Peak: Mount Demirkazık (3,756 m)
- Countries: Turkey
- Notable Features: Ancient Hittite sites, Mediterranean coastline
- Virunga Mountains
- Highest Peak: Mount Karisimbi (4,507 m)
- Countries: Rwanda, Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Notable Features: Mountain gorilla habitat, active volcanoes
- Cordillera Central (Colombia)
- Highest Peak: Nevado del Huila (5,364 m)
- Countries: Colombia
- Notable Features: Coffee-growing region, diverse ecosystems
- Stanovoy Range
- Highest Peak: Mount Skalisty (2,482 m)
- Countries: Russia
- Notable Features: Subarctic climate, rich mineral deposits
- Owen Stanley Range
- Highest Peak: Mount Victoria (4,038 m)
- Countries: Papua New Guinea
- Notable Features: Kokoda Track, unique bird species
- Jotunheimen
- Highest Peak: Galdhøpiggen (2,469 m)
- Countries: Norway
- Notable Features: “Home of the Giants” in Norse mythology; popular hiking destination
- Ahaggar Mountains
- Highest Peak: Mount Tahat (2,908 m)
- Countries: Algeria
- Notable Features: Ancient rock art, Saharan desert landscapes
- Cordillera Occidental (Ecuador)
- Highest Peak: Chimborazo (6,263 m)
- Countries: Ecuador
- Notable Features: Point farthest from Earth’s center due to equatorial bulge
- Vindhya Range
- Highest Peak: Kalumar Peak (752 m)
- Countries: India
- Notable Features: Historical boundary between North and South India
- Balkan Mountains
- Highest Peak: Botev Peak (2,376 m)
- Countries: Bulgaria, Serbia
- Notable Features: Ancient Thracian tombs; diverse flora including edelweiss
- Mackenzie Mountains
- Highest Peak: Keele Peak (2,972 m)
- Countries: Canada
- Notable Features: Remote wilderness, important caribou habitat
- Sudirman Range
- Highest Peak: Puncak Jaya (4,884 m)
- Countries: Indonesia
- Notable Features: Highest peak in Oceania; equatorial glaciers; rich biodiversity
- Cordillera Central (Philippines)
- Highest Peak: Mount Pulag (2,928 m)
- Countries: Philippines
- Notable Features: Rice terraces of Ifugao; diverse tribal cultures; cloud forests
- Qinling Mountains
- Highest Peak: Mount Taibai (3,767 m)
- Countries: China
- Notable Features: Divides North and South China; giant panda habitat; ancient Chinese history
- Sierras Pampeanas
- Highest Peak: Cerro General Belgrano (6,250 m)
- Countries: Argentina
- Notable Features: Ancient crystalline rocks; unique flora and fauna; important mining region
- Jura Mountains
- Highest Peak: Crêt de la Neige (1,720 m)
- Countries: France, Switzerland
- Notable Features: Watchmaking heritage; karst landscapes; Comté cheese production
- Central Highlands (New Guinea)
- Highest Peak: Mount Wilhelm (4,509 m)
- Countries: Papua New Guinea
- Notable Features: Diverse tribal cultures; unique wildlife including tree kangaroos
- Pontic Mountains
- Highest Peak: Kaçkar Dağı (3,937 m)
- Countries: Turkey
- Notable Features: Ancient monasteries and unique Black Sea culture.
- Khibiny Mountains
- Highest Peak: Yudychvumchorr (1,200 m)
- Countries: Russia
- Notable Features: Arctic tundra and northern lights.
- Wicklow Mountains
- Highest Peak: Lugnaquilla (925 m)
- Countries: Ireland
- Notable Features: Ancient monastic sites and heather-covered hills.
- Vosges Mountains
- Highest Peak: Grand Ballon (1,424 m)
- Countries: France
- Notable Features: Alsatian wine route and World War I battlefields.
- Ore Mountains
- Highest Peak: Klínovec (1,244 m)
- Countries: Germany, Czech Republic
- Notable Features: Rich mining history and traditional Christmas crafts.
- Cairngorms
- Highest Peak: Ben Macdui (1,309 m)
- Countries: Scotland (United Kingdom)
- Notable Features: Largest national park in the British Isles with subarctic plateau.
- Troodos Mountains
- Highest Peak: Mount Olympus (1,952 m)
- Countries: Cyprus
- Notable Features: Byzantine monasteries and unique geology.
- Massif Central
- Highest Peak: Puy de Sancy (1,886 m)
- Countries: France
- Notable Features: Volcanic landscape, hot springs
- Rhodope Mountains
- Highest Peak: Golyam Perelik (2,191 m)
- Countries: Bulgaria, Greece
- Notable Features: Ancient Thracian sites, diverse ecosystems
- Pindus Mountains
- Highest Peak: Mount Smolikas (2,637 m)
- Countries: Greece, Albania
- Notable Features: Vikos Gorge, traditional villages
- Măcin Mountains
- Highest Peak: Țuțuiatu Peak (467 m)
- Countries: Romania
- Notable Features: Oldest mountains in Europe, unique flora
- Grampian Mountains
- Highest Peak: Ben Nevis (1,345 m)
- Countries: Scotland
- Notable Features: Highest peak in British Isles, diverse wildlife
- Cambrian Mountains
- Highest Peak: Plynlimon (752 m)
- Countries: Wales
- Notable Features: Source of major Welsh rivers, wilderness areas
- Tatra Mountains
- Highest Peak: Gerlachovský štít (2,655 m)
- Countries: Slovakia, Poland
- Notable Features: Alpine landscape, diverse wildlife
- Rila Mountains
- Highest Peak: Musala (2,925 m)
- Countries: Bulgaria
- Notable Features: Seven Rila Lakes, Rila Monastery
- Pirin Mountains
- Highest Peak: Vihren (2,914 m)
- Countries: Bulgaria
- Notable Features: Marble ridges, glacial lakes
- Cordillera Central (Dominican Republic)
- Highest Peak: Pico Duarte (3,098 m)
- Countries: Dominican Republic
- Notable Features: Caribbean’s highest peak, diverse ecosystems
- Blue Mountains
- Highest Peak: Mount Werong (1,215 m)
- Countries: Australia
- Notable Features: Three Sisters rock formation, eucalyptus forests
- Snowy Mountains
- Highest Peak: Mount Kosciuszko (2,228 m)
- Countries: Australia
- Notable Features: Australia’s highest peak, ski resorts
- Eastern Ghats
- Highest Peak: Arma Konda (1,680 m)
- Countries: India
- Notable Features: Discontinuous range, rich mineral deposits
- Aravalli Range
- Highest Peak: Guru Shikhar (1,722 m)
- Countries: India
- Notable Features: Oldest fold mountains in India, rich biodiversity
- Satpura Range
- Highest Peak: Dhupgarh (1,350 m)
- Countries: India
- Notable Features: Tiger reserves, tribal communities
- Cardamom Mountains
- Highest Peak: Phnom Aural (1,813 m)
- Countries: Cambodia
- Notable Features: Dense tropical rainforests, diverse wildlife
- Annamite Range
- Highest Peak: Phou Bia (2,819 m)
- Countries: Laos, Vietnam
- Notable Features: Unique wildlife, ethnic diversity
- Tenasserim Hills
- Highest Peak: Myinmoletkat Taung (2,072 m)
- Countries: Myanmar, Thailand
- Notable Features: Tropical evergreen forests, tin deposits
- Chin Hills
- Highest Peak: Mount Victoria (3,053 m)
- Countries: Myanmar, India
- Notable Features: Diverse tribal cultures, unique flora and fauna
- Cordillera Darwin
- Highest Peak: Mount Darwin (2,488 m)
- Countries: Chile
- Notable Features: Southernmost mountain range of the Andes; extensive glaciation
- Sierras de Córdoba
- Highest Peak: Cerro Champaquí (2,884 m)
- Countries: Argentina
- Notable Features: Popular tourist destination; unique rock formations
- Khingan Rang
- Highest Peak: Huanggangliang (2,029 m)
- Countries: China, Russia
- Notable Features: Divides Mongolian Plateau from Manchurian Plain; important biodiversity area
- Cordillera de Talamanca
- Highest Peak: Cerro Chirripó (3,820 m)
- Countries: Costa Rica, Panama
- Notable Features: Unique páramo ecosystems; La Amistad International Park
- Alborz Mountains
- Highest Peak: Mount Damavand (5,610 m)
- Countries: Iran
- Notable Features: Highest volcano in Asia; ancient Persian mythology
- Cordillera Neovolcánica
- Highest Peak: Pico de Orizaba (5,636 m)
- Countries: Mexico
- Notable Features: Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt; active volcanoes
- Caucasus Minor
- Highest Peak: Mount Gyamish (3,724 m)
- Countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia
- Notable Features: Ancient Christian monasteries; diverse microclimates
- Cordillera Occidental (Colombia)
- Highest Peak: Nevado del Huila (5,364 m)
- Countries: Colombia
- Notable Features: Part of the Northern Andes; rich in biodiversity
- Cordillera Occidental (Peru)
- Highest Peak: Huascarán (6,768 m)
- Countries: Peru
- Notable Features: Part of Huascarán National Park; dramatic glaciated peaks
- Cordillera Central (Costa Rica)
- Highest Peak: Cerro Chirripó (3,820 m)
- Countries: Costa Rica
- Notable Features: Active volcanoes; rich in neotropical biodiversity
- Qin Mountains
- Highest Peak: Mount Taibai (3,767 m)
- Countries: China
- Notable Features: Natural divide between North and South China; home to giant pandas
- Cordillera Occidental (Bolivia)
- Highest Peak: Nevado Sajama (6,542 m)
- Countries: Bolivia
- Notable Features: High-altitude deserts; ancient Incan and Tiwanaku sites
- Făgăraș Mountains
- Highest Peak: Moldoveanu Peak (2,544 m)
- Countries: Romania
- Notable Features: Highest mountains in Romania; important for Carpathian ecology
- Ozark Mountains
- Highest Peak: Buffalo Lookout (780 m)
- Countries: United States
- Notable Features: Ancient mountains with unique karst topography, diverse hardwood forests, and numerous springs and caves.
- Andes of Patagonia
- Highest Peak: Monte San Valentín (4,058 m)
- Countries: Chile, Argentina
- Notable Features: Dramatic fjords, massive ice fields, and unique wildlife like guanacos and Andean condors.
From the towering peaks of the Himalayas to the remote wilderness of the Mackenzie Mountains, these 100 mountain ranges showcase the incredible diversity and beauty of our planet’s elevated landscapes. Each range tells a unique story of geological forces, ecological richness, and human interaction. Whether you’re an avid mountaineer, a nature enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates the majesty of Earth’s natural wonders, these mountain ranges offer a lifetime of exploration and inspiration.
As we face global challenges like climate change and biodiversity loss, it’s more important than ever to appreciate and protect these incredible mountain ecosystems. They’re not just stunning landscapes; they’re vital water sources, biodiversity hotspots, and cultural treasures. Let’s cherish and preserve these magnificent mountain ranges for future generations to explore and admire.
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