The Himalayas is a range in Southern Asia, which separates the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan plateau. It stretches along 6 countries—India, China, Pakistan, Bhutan, Nepal and Afghanistan. Its highest peak is Mt. Everest, which is 8848 meters high. It is also the world’s highest peak. It’s is located in Nepal. About 53 million people live in the Himalayas. The Himalayas have shaped the cultures of South Asia and Tibet. Himalayas are divided into 4 mountains ranges — Shivalik, Lower Himalayas, The Great Himalayas and The Tibetan Himalayas (South to north). Himalayas consist of about 100 peaks. After Mt. Everest, 8848m, the second highest peak is K2.