Everest to Elbrus: 7 highest peaks of each of the continents

Mount Everest to Mount Kilimanjaro are the highest peaks on each continent. Explore their towering heights and diverse landscapes

Located in the Himalayas on the border between Nepal and China, Everest is the highest peak on Earth, standing at 8,848.86 meters

Situated in the Andes mountain range in Argentina, Aconcagua is the tallest peak in South America, reaching an elevation of 6,960.8 meters

Found in Alaska, USA, Denali is the highest peak in North America, towering at 6,190.5 meters

Located in Tanzania, Kilimanjaro is the highest peak in Africa, with its highest point, Uhuru Peak, reaching an elevation of 5,895 meters

Situated in the Caucasus Mountains in Russia, Mount Elbrus is the highest peak in Europe, standing at 5,642 meters

As the highest peak in Antarctica, Vinson Massif reaches an elevation of 4,892 meters