They are an extension of the Greater Caucasus mountain belt, which also stretches along Russia's border with Georgia and Azerbaijan. The folded rocks sit at the intersection of Asia and Europe ...

Spanning across the entire region, these seven peaks are a must-visit for seasoned climbers or those in search of a ...

Because of their association with literati culture across East Asia, they are called “scholars’ rocks” in English. Suitable stones are harvested from lakes, riverbeds, mountains, and other ...

Also known as E1, as it is often considered part of Everest, Lhotse is another tall mountain in Asia from the Himalayan range. Comprising three peaks, with Lhotse I being the highest at 8,516 meters, ...

Climate change is making mountain collapses, such as the recent glacier collapse in Switzerland, as well as other hazards ...