K2: AN INTRODUCTION TO EARTH'S SECOND TALLEST MOUNTAIN

Standing steadfastly at an altitude of over 8,600 meters (28,200 feet), K2 is a formidable challenge that attracts climbers from across the globe. Located in the Karakoram Range on the border of China and Pakistan, K2's treacherous terrain present a significant risk to even the most experienced mountaineers. The mountain's title is derived from i