As the roof of the world, Tibet is home to innumerable snowy mountains, which attracts many travelers wishing to behold their beauty. For your benefit, our editor has compiled a list of all the mountains we know of.

Mt. Qomolangma: the highest mountain in the world

The meaning of Mt. Qomolangma is "the third goddess" in Tibetan language. With an altitude of 8,844.43 meters, it is the highest peak in the world. Located on the border of China and Nepal, the peak is subject to permanent snow cover. The mountain takes the shape of an enormous pyramid, hosting a number of immense glaciers, some as large as 26 kilometers. The mountain is home to Rongpo Monastery, the highest Buddhist temple in the world.

Mt. Shishabangma: the 14th highest mountain in the world

In Tibetan, Shishabangma means "bitter cold climate, fickle and nasty weather". At 8,012 meters above sea level, Mt. Shishabangma stands in the middle of the Himalayas, part of Tibet's Nyalam County. The mountain exists as the only mountain above 8,000 meters completely within the borders of China. It belongs to a collection of three sister mountains, all with similar altitudes. On the northwest of the main peak, the other two sisters stand 200 and 400 meters away, standing at 8,008 and 7,966 meters respectively.

This spot serves as one of the contemporary glaciations centers of the Himalayas. The ice structures sprawl between 5,000 and 5,800 meters above sea level, extending for several thousand meters laterally. The astonishing sight brings wonder to the eyes of the beholder and one beholds the criss-crossed cracks that adorn the ice. Occasionally, one can witness ice collapsing.

Naimona'nyi Peak

Naimona'nyi Peak, the highest in Ngari Prefecture, stands as the fifth highest of the Himalayas. In Tibetan language the name means "Holy Mother's mountain" or "goddess's peak". The highest elevation is 7,694 meters above sea level. The holy lake Mapham Yutso Lake surrounds her.

From a westerly view, one can see the way the mountains progress from north to south in a fan-like array, while the only ridge on the east has eroded into a rugged, steep, and blade-like ridge, differing from the nearest peak by 2,000 meters. Comparatively, the western side of the mountain makes a gentler slope, the ice pouring down into five immense glaciers, which possess a number of cracks and cliffs.

Namjagbarwa

Namjagbarwa stands at 7,782 meters above sea level, Nyingchi's highest peak. The enormous triangular peak experiences snow cover year round, while swirling clouds and mist never reveal its true colors. Thus, some refer to it as "shy woman mountain". In the Tibetan language, "Namjagbarwa" has many different possible meanings, including "flaming thunder and lightning" "spear in the sky" and "a stone fallen from the sky".

Mt. Gang Rinpoche: "the center of the world"

Gang Rinpoche, the main peak of the Gangdise Mountains range, stands at 6,721 meters above sea level, and is the second tallest in the range. Located in the northern part of southwest Tibet's Burang County, its name means "treasure of snow" in the Tibetan language. Widely considered to be a sacred mountain, it holds significance in Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism, Tibet's ancient religion Bon and ancient Jainism, which reveres it as "the center of the world".

As the centuries have passed, Gang Rinpoche has captured the fascination of both pilgrims and explorers alike. However, to this day, no one has dared to ascend in, possibly because they fear causing offense.

Mt. Nyanchen Thanglha, Namco's patron saint

Mt. Nyanchen Thanglha rises 7,162 meters above sea level. The Tibetan meaning of this word translates to "the god of the grasslands". In the daytime, clouds and mist swirl around it, while ice and snow cover it year round.

The range consists of three rincipal mountain peaks: the northern, the eastern, and the southern. Around the northern slope, valleys of glaciers lay frozen, while ice hangs off cliffs like teeth. Glaciers can reach up 5,700 meters in size. On the northern and southern sides of the mountain, two massive glaciers sit, continuously flowing downwards, creating walls of ice speckled with cracks. This perilous environment makes a magnificent sight.

Geladandong Snow Mountain, the birthplace of the Yangtze

Geladandong is located in Amdo County, Nagqu Prefecture, 6,621 meters above sea level, and serves as the source of the Yangtze. At its base on the east side, an 800-square meter glacier lies, known to the people as Gangjiaqiaoba (meaning 100 snowy holy lights). This is because the crystals of the icy towers stand on the horizon, refracting sunlight and creating an enchanting display of shimmering, multicolored light.

Mt. Nodjingangsang, the snowy mountain above the holy lake

Mt. Nodjingangsang exists as one of Tibet‘s four sacred mountains. Situated on the border of Tibet's Nakartse and Gyantse Counties along the boundary road, it stands 7,191 meters above sea level. One can see it clearly from Yardrok Yutso Lake. The frosty tip of the mountain stands loftily above the earth, obscured year round by misty white clouds and gales of snow, resulting in the creation of many glaciers. Khari La Glacier originated on Mt. Nodjingangsang and moved downwards, hanging off of a mountain cliff like a giant Thangka. In the sunlight, it shines dazzlingly.