Seven Summits: The Tallest Mountain on Each Continent
Listed here are the tallest mountains based on summit elevation for each of the seven continents.
Lowest Natural Point in Japan
At 4 m (13 ft), Lake Hachirō in Akita Prefecture in northern Japan is the lowest natural point in Japan.
The Northernmost Permanently Inhabited Spot on Earth
Located 817 kilometers (508 mi) from the North Pole, Alert (82°30’05” ) is the northernmost place with a permanent (year-round) population.
