K2: AN INTRODUCTION TO EARTH'S SECOND TALLEST MOUNTAIN

Standing proudly at an altitude of over 8,600 meters (28,200 feet), K2 is a formidable mountain that attracts climbers from across the globe. Located in the Karakoram Range on the border of China and Pakistan, K2's steep slopes present a significant hazard to even the most experienced mountaineers. The mountain's designation is derived from its p