What is the highest point on Earth?
The highest point on Earth is Mount Everest.
Based on the provided information from the List of highest mountains on Earth on Wikipedia, Mount Everest holds the distinction of being the highest peak on the planet.
It is also known by its names Sagarmatha (in Nepali) and Chomolungma (in Tibetan).
According to the reference, its height is:
- 8,849 metres
- (29,032 ft)
This height places it at Rank 1 among the world's highest mountains. The reference provides a clear ranking of the top peaks:
| Rank | Mountain Name(s) | Height (rounded) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mount Everest Sagarmatha Chomolungma | 8,849 metres (29,032 ft) |
| 2 | K2 | 8,611 metres (28,251 ft) |
| 3 | Kangchenjunga | 8,586 metres (28,169 ft) |
| 4 | Lhotse | 8,516 metres (27,940 ft) |
This ranking clearly shows that Mount Everest is the world's highest mountain above sea level.
