Rankings
Discover the Highest Point by Country in 2026: Top 5 Rankings
50 countries ranked·Source: CIA World Factbook·Last updated: 2024
In 2026, the highest point by country is a fascinating measure of geographical extremes. China and Nepal share the top spot with an impressive elevation of 8,849 meters, closely followed by Pakistan at 8,611 meters and India at 8,586 meters. Understanding these heights not only showcases natural wonders but also emphasizes the unique geographical features of each nation, according to the CIA World Factbook.
Key Facts
- Mount Everest, located on the border of China and Nepal, is the highest peak in the world.
- Pakistan's K2 is the second highest mountain, standing at 8,611 meters.
- India's highest point is Kanchenjunga, reaching 8,586 meters.
- Bhutan, with its highest point at 7,570 meters, showcases the Himalayas' diverse elevations.
- These rankings highlight the significant geological features of the Asian continent.
Top 50 Ranking
| # | Countries | Highest Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |  China | 8,849 m |
| 2 |  Nepal | 8,849 m |
| 3 |  Pakistan | 8,611 m |
| 4 |  India | 8,586 m |
| 5 |  Bhutan | 7,570 m |
| 6 |  Tajikistan | 7,495 m |
| 7 |  Afghanistan | 7,492 m |
| 8 |  Kyrgyzstan | 7,439 m |
| 9 |  Kazakhstan | 7,010 m |
| 10 |  Argentina | 6,962 m |
| 11 |  Chile | 6,893 m |
| 12 |  Peru | 6,746 m |
| 13 |  Bolivia | 6,542 m |
| 14 |  United States | 6,190 m |
| 15 |  Canada | 5,959 m |
| 16 |  Tanzania | 5,895 m |
| 17 |  Burma | 5,870 m |
| 18 |  Colombia | 5,730 m |
| 19 |  Russia | 5,642 m |
| 20 |  Mexico | 5,636 m |
| 21 |  Iran | 5,625 m |
| 22 |  Kenya | 5,199 m |
| 23 |  Georgia | 5,193 m |
| 24 |  Turkey | 5,137 m |
| 25 |  DRC | 5,110 m |
| 26 |  Uganda | 5,110 m |
| 27 |  Venezuela | 4,978 m |
| 28 |  Indonesia | 4,884 m |
| 29 |  Italy | 4,748 m |
| 30 |  Uzbekistan | 4,643 m |
| 31 |  Switzerland | 4,634 m |
| 32 |  Ethiopia | 4,550 m |
| 33 |  Rwanda | 4,519 m |
| 34 |  Papua New Guinea | 4,509 m |
| 35 |  Azerbaijan | 4,466 m |
| 36 |  Mongolia | 4,374 m |
| 37 |  Guatemala | 4,220 m |
| 38 |  Morocco | 4,165 m |
| 39 |  Malaysia | 4,095 m |
| 40 |  Armenia | 4,090 m |
| 41 |  Cameroon | 4,045 m |
| 42 |  Taiwan | 3,952 m |
| 43 |  Costa Rica | 3,819 m |
| 44 |  Austria | 3,798 m |
| 45 |  Japan | 3,776 m |
| 46 |  New Zealand | 3,724 m |
| 47 |  Spain | 3,718 m |
| 48 |  Greenland | 3,694 m |
| 49 |  Yemen | 3,666 m |
| 50 |  Iraq | 3,611 m |
Methodology & Data Source
This data is collected through various geographical surveys and measurements, providing a reliable metric for evaluating the highest points globally. The information is sourced from the CIA World Factbook.
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