K2: A Primer on the World's Second-Highest Peak
Standing steadfastly at an altitude of over 8,600 meters (28,200 feet), K2 is a formidable peak that attracts climbers from across the globe. Located in the Karakoram Range on the border of the disputed region between Pakistan and China, K2's imposing cliffs present a significant danger to even the most experienced mountaineers. The mountain's na