Mount Haku (白山, Haku-san, Hakusan) Mount Haku, often referred to as Hakusan, is a prestigious mountain located in Japan. It forms a significant part of the Ryōhaku Mountains, an impressive mountain range that straddles the borders of Gifu, Fukui, and Ishikawa prefectures in the country. Known for its spectacular beauty and rich biodiversity, Mount Haku …
Category: Trails
Oct 24 2023
Mount Tate
Mount Tate (Mount Tateyama, 立山, Tate-yama) Mount Tate, locally referred to as “Tateyama,” is one of the most prominent peaks in Japan, nestled in the stunning Hida Mountains range. This majestic mountain stands at an impressive height of 3,015 meters, making it the third-highest mountain in the country. Mount Tate is not just a geographical …
Oct 23 2023
Mount Fuji
Mount Fuji (富士山, Fujisan) Mount Fuji, also known as Fujisan in Japanese, is an iconic symbol of Japan and one of the most famous mountains in the world. Located on Honshu Island, Mount Fuji is an active stratovolcano that stands at an impressive height of 3,776 meters (12,389 feet). Its symmetrical cone shape and snow-capped …
Oct 21 2023
Shishapangma
Shishapangma (Shishma Pangma, Shishapangma, Gosainthan) Shishapangma, also known as Gosainthān, is an eminent peak located in the Himalayas, the majestic mountain range that forms a natural border between the Plateau of Tibet and the plains of Nepal. Shishapangma is the 14th highest mountain in the world and it is notable for being the only one …
Oct 21 2023
Chomo Lonzo
Chomo Lonzo (珠穆隆索峰, Zhūmùlóngsuǒ Fēng) Chomo Lonzo is one of the highest peaks located in the Himalayas and is recognized globally for its majestic grandeur. Stretching up to a height of 7,804 metres, it is the fourth highest peak in the Makalu section of the Mahalangur Himalaya. This towering peak forms a part of the …
Oct 21 2023
Mount Kinabalu
Mount Kinabalu Mount Kinabalu is one of the most prominent and spectacular landmarks in Southeast Asia. Located in the state of Sabah, Malaysia, this majestic mountain is a part of the Crocker Range and is the highest peak in the region. It stands at an impressive altitude of 4,095 meters above sea level, boasting a …
Oct 21 2023
Devil’s Peak
Devil’s Peak Devil’s Peak, located in South Africa’s Western Cape, is one of the most iconic and visually striking natural landmarks in the region. Towering over the city of Cape Town, it is an integral part of the Cape Ranges, the extensive mountain range that stretches across this part of the country. Devil’s Peak boasts …
Oct 20 2023
Table Mountain
Table Mountain (Huri ‡oaxa, Tafelberg) Table Mountain, a prominent landmark and tourist attraction in South Africa, is one of the most remarkable geographical features in the world. Named for its flat-topped shape, this majestic mountain forms the centerpiece of the Cape Ranges, a series of mountainous regions that stretch across the southwestern part of the …
Oct 20 2023
Toubkal
Toubkal (Jbel Toubkal, Tubkal, توبقال Tūbqāl, ⵜⵓⴱⵇⴰⵍ Tubkal) Toubkal, also known as Jebel Toubkal, is the highest peak in the Atlas Mountains, Morocco, and North Africa. Located in southwestern Morocco within the Toubkal National Park, it stands majestically at an elevation of 4,167 meters. Toubkal offers an unparalleled opportunity to immerse oneself in the beauty …