10 Freezing Facts About Himalayas
The Himalayas, a great mountain system of Asia forming a barrier between the Plateau of Tibet to the north and the alluvial plains of the Indian subcontinent to the south. The Himalayas include the highest mountains in the world, with more than 110 peaks rising to elevations of 24,000 feet (7,300 metres) or more above sea level.
Many of the mountain peaks are sacred to the people who live in the surrounding areas. Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims go there and pray to God.
For most general travellers, it is an impossible mission to conquer the highest peak of the world in the Himalayas, but it will be one of the most unforgettable journeys when you visit the forests, the villages, and the mountains of the Himalayas.
Here are some freezing facts about the Himalayas.
1. The Highest Mountain Range in the World.
A monstrous mountain range, the Himalayas has 30 peaks that tower over 24,000 feet and average about 200 miles in width. In fact, the Himalayas cover about 0.4 per cent of the surface area of the Earth!
