Which one of the following peaks is the highest?

Based on the provided elevations, Godwin Austen (also known as K2) is the highest peak among the options. K2 stands at 8,611 meters above sea level, making it the second-highest mountain in the world [t4][t5]. Kanchenjunga follows as the third-highest peak globally with an elevation of approximately 8,586 to 8,598 meters [c1][c3][t2]. Nanga Parbat, located in the Gilgit-Baltistan region, has an elevation of 8,125 to 8,126 meters [c1][t3][t6]. Nanda Devi, situated entirely within India in the state of Uttarakhand, is the lowest of the four with an elevation of 7,816 to 7,817 meters [c1][c2][t6]. Therefore, Godwin Austen (K2) is the highest peak listed, surpassing Kanchenjunga by approximately 25 meters.

Sources

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