With unmatched elevation, natural beauty, cultural richness and global significance in mountaineering, Nepal remains the undisputed mountain capital of the world.

Nepal is often described as the most mountainous country on Earth and for good reason. Nearly three-quarters of its land rises into steep hills, rugged ridges, glacial valleys and towering Himalayan summits. It is the only nation in the world that contains , including the highest of all: (8,848.86 m). This extraordinary geography shapes everything about Nepal—from its climate and culture to its lifestyle, identity and global reputation.

Why Nepal Is So Mountainous

The reason for Nepal’s dramatic terrain lies deep beneath its surface. Millions of years ago, the , forcing the land upward and giving birth to the Himalayan ran

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