Also known as the Himalayan mountain range, is a majestic range of mountains that stretches over 2,400 kilometers (1,500 mi) and runs through six countries: Bhutan, India, Nepal, China, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. It is the highest mountain range in the world and boasts several of the world's highest peaks, including Mount Everest, the highest peak on earth at 8,848m (29,029 ft). The Himalayan range is not just a geographical wonder, but it also plays a significant role in shaping the climate and geography of the Asian continent, providing numerous economic, cultural, and ecological resources to millions of people living in the surrounding region. The Himalayas host rich biodiversity, and the range is home to several endangered species, including the snow leopard, the Bengal tiger, and the one-horned rhinoceros. Its rivers are a lifeline to millions of people living downstream, contributing to the irrigation of agricultural lands and hydropower production. In addition, the region at...