Which Is World's Most Mountainous Country

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Bhutan is considered the world's most mountainous country due to having the highest percentage of mountainous terrain.

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The country has approximately 98.8% of its land area covered by mountains.

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Bhutan sits between India and China, tucked deep within the Himalayan arc.

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This rugged terrain shapes its culture, challenges development, and hosts unique biodiversity.

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The terrain is divided into 3 main geographic zones: the Great Himalaya in the north, the Lower Himalayan Range, and the Sub-Himalayan Range.

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The country is home to Gangkhar Puensum, the world's highest unclimbed mountain, as well as 19 other peaks over 7,000 meters.

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Rivers have carved deep valleys into the mountains, and many villages are located in these valleys.

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Villages, farms, and monasteries, such as the famous Tiger's Nest, cling to mountain slopes.

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