The 8,000-Meter Peaks — The World's Highest Mountains

Follow this Cho Oyu historical timeline from its discovery in the 1850s to lots of interesting stories and facts about its early ascents.

Facts about K2, the second highest mountain in the world.

Facts about Kangchenjunga, the third highest mountain in the world.

Facts about Lhotse, the fourth highest mountain in the world.

Facts About Makalu, the Fifth Highest Mountain in the World.

Facts About Cho Oyu, the Sixth Highest Mountain in the World

Facts About Dhaulagiri, the Seventh Highest Mountain in the World

Facts About Manaslu, the Eighth Highest Mountain in the World

Facts About Nanga Parbat, the Ninth Highest Mountain in the World

Facts About Annapurna, the Tenth Highest Mountain in the World

Facts About Gasherbrum I, the Eleventh Highest Mountain in the World

Facts About Broad Peak, the Twelfth Highest Mountain in the World

Facts About Gasherbrum II, the Thirteenth Highest Mountain in the World

Facts About Shishapangma, the Fourteenth Highest Mountain in the World

Wendy Booker attempts to become the first climber with multiple sclerosis (MS) to climb not only Mount Everest but also the Seven Summits. Read about Wendy's attempt in 2009 and an interview with her about climbing Mount Everest.

Follow this Mount Everest historical timeline from its discovery in 1848 and early explorations through the first British expeditions that attempted to climb the mountain before World War II.

K2, the world's second highest mountain, is one of its most difficult and dangerous to climb. Here is a list of all the firsts on K2, including the first attempt, the first ascent, first Americans to climb it, first woman ascent, first ski descent, and first death.

K2, the second highest mountain in the world, is usually climbed by the Abruzzi Spur route up the Southeast Ridge. Read a description of the route and make your own plans to climb to the summit of K2.