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  1. Himalayas - Wikipedia

    The Himalayas consists of four parallel mountain ranges from south to north: the Sivalik Hills on the south; the Lower Himalayan Range; the Great Himalayas, which is the highest and central range; …

  2. Himalayas | Definition, Location, History, Countries, Mountains, Map ...

    3 days ago · Himalayas are 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 …

  3. The Himalayas - WorldAtlas

    Jun 5, 2025 · The Himalayas are the greatest mountain system in Asia and one of the planet’s youngest mountain ranges, that extends for more than 2,400km across the nations of Bhutan, China, India, …

  4. The Himalayas ~ Himalayas Facts | Nature | PBS

    Feb 11, 2011 · Name: Himalayas, Sanskrit for ‘abode of snow’. The Himalayas stretch across the northeastern portion of India. They cover approximately 1,500 mi (2,400 km) and pass through the …

  5. HIMALAYAS: HISTORY, GEOLOGY AND HIGH PEAKS | Facts and Details

    The Himalayan system, about 2,400 kilometers in length and varying in width from 240 to 330 kilometers, is made up of three parallel ranges — the Greater Himalayas, the Lesser Himalayas, and …

  6. How Were The Himalayas Formed? - Science ABC

    Oct 19, 2023 · The intimidating Himalayan mountains are spread across five countries—India, Nepal, Bhutan, China and Pakistan, comprising three major parallel ranges categorized as the Himadri …

  7. Geography of the Himalayas

    Jan 27, 2022 · About 1,550 miles (2,500 km) in length, the east-west mountain range spans five countries: India, Nepal, Bhutan, China (Tibet), and Pakistan. Nine of the ten highest peaks on Earth, …

  8. 30 Fascinating Facts About the Himalayas

    May 31, 2025 · Let’s uncover 30 fascinating facts about the Himalayas, the world’s tallest mountain chain. Known for their awe-inspiring beauty, mind-blowing size, and unparalleled grandeur, the …

  9. Himalayas - Peaks, Range, Plateau | Britannica

    Nov 27, 2025 · There is no sharp boundary between the Great Himalayas and the ranges, plateaus, and basins lying to the north of the Great Himalayas. Those are generally grouped together under the …

  10. Himalaya Mountains: Geography, Culture & Conservation

    As we approach the end of this comprehensive article, one truth becomes clear: the Himalayas are at a pivotal moment in their long, majestic history. Climate change, modernization, and geopolitical …