Category: China

Mount Jiuhua

Mount Jiuhua | Jǐuhuá Shān | 九华山 Mount Jiuhua is a breathtakingly beautiful mountain located in Anhui province of China. It is one of the four sacred mountains of Buddhism and is considered to be an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists around the world. The mountain is known for its stunning scenery, peaceful atmosphere, and spiritual significance. …

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K2 (Godwin Austen)

K2 (Godwin Austen, Chhogori, Chogri Peak, چھوغوری) K2 is a majestic mountain located in the Karakoram range on the border between Pakistan and China. It is the second-highest peak in the world, standing tall at 28,251 feet, and is considered one of the toughest mountains to climb. K2 is also known as Mount Godwin-Austen, named …

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Ngojumba Kang

Ngojumba Kang | Tenzing Peak | Ngozumpa Kang | Ngojumba Ri Tenzing Peak, also known as Ngojumba Kang, is a majestic mountain peak nestled in the heart of the Himalayas, lying on the border between Tibet and Nepal. This extraordinary geological feature is named in honor of Tenzing Norgay, the Sherpa who, along with Sir …

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Yulong Xueshan

Yulong Xueshan | Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Yulong Xueshan, also known as Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, is one of the most fascinating natural wonders in China. Located in the Yulong Naxi Autonomous County in the province of Yunnan, it’s one of the most significant features within the Yulong Mountains range. The mountain has an impressive …

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Namcha Barwa II

Namcha Barwa II | Namjagbarwa II Namcha Barwa II, located in Tibet, is an impressive mountain that forms a part of the eastern section of the Assam Himalaya. It is a notable peak closely associated with Namcha Barwa, the highest peak in its subrange. The Namcha Barwa II stands as a testament to the breathtaking …

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Mount Heng (Shanxi)

Mount Heng | Hengshan | 恒山 Mount Heng is a majestic mountain range located in the Shanxi province of China. It is also known as Hengshan, meaning ‘perpetual mountain’, due to its stunning beauty and unchanging presence. This mountain range is believed to be one of the Five Great Mountains of China, and is considered …

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Karjiang

Karjiang (Karejiang) Karjiang, also known as Karijiang or Karma Drak, situated in the serene location of Tibet, China, is a breathtaking and majestic mountain that stands tall with an elevation of roughly 7,221 meters. The mountain derives its name from the Tibetan word “Karjiang,” which translates to “Snowy Range.” This magnificent peak is part of …

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Porong Ri

Porong Ri Porong Ri, located in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China, is considered one of the most significant geographical features of the region. Nestled in the heart of Tibet, this mountain, with its majestic peak and breathtaking landscapes, captivates the hearts of many visitors and locals alike. The Tibet Autonomous Region is known for …

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Amne Machin

Amne Machin | A’nyemaqen Shan | Amnye Maqen | Anyi Machen | Anyê Maqên | Dradullungshog Amne Machin, also known as “Grandfather Pomra,” is an awe-inspiring peak located in Qinghai Province, China. It is one of the most sacred mountains in Tibetan Buddhism and has been an important pilgrimage site for centuries. Amne Machin is not …

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Gyala Peri

Gyala Peri | Gyalha Bairi Feng (加拉白垒, Jiālābáilěi) Gyala Peri, a magnificent mountain peak situated in the eastern part of the Tibetan Plateau, is one of the most awe-inspiring natural features in China. This geographic marvel stands as an epitome of nature’s grandeur and majesty, capturing the attention of mountaineers and tourists from around the …

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