
K2, Pakistan/China —
Everest may be taller, but real mountaineers know no peak on the planet beats K2 for sheer intensity.

Bromo, Indonesia —
You can hire a four-wheel drive to take you within five meters of the summit of the steaming Bromo National Park volcanoes.

Matterhorn, Switzerland —
If you want to go back to the birthplace of mountaineering the Matterhorn is the place to be.

Kilimanjaro, Tanzania —
Kilimanjaro is a top pick for sightseeing. You'll travel through five different climactic zones en route to the "roof of Africa" and many guides offer safaris as an end-of-climb addition that will appeal to all ages.

Grand Teton, United States —
If you're short on time and trekking experience, it only takes two days to climb Grand Tetons' peaks, making it a quick and easy way to get classic scenery and name appeal.

Dolomites, Italy —
Le Corbusier called the Dolomites, "the most beautiful architectures in the world."


