K2: A PRIMER ON THE WORLD'S SECOND-HIGHEST PEAK

Standing steadfastly at an altitude of 8,611 meters (28,251 feet), K2 is a formidable mountain that attracts climbers from across the globe. Located in the Karakoram Range on the border of China and Pakistan, K2's treacherous terrain present a significant hazard to even the most experienced mountaineers. The mountain's title is derived from its p