Bayan Har Mountains, Mountain range in China
The Bayan Har Mountains are a major mountain range in the northeastern part of the Tibetan Plateau.
Historically, these mountains have served as a landmark that separates northern Tibet from southern Qinghai.
The Bayan Har Mountains hold religious significance for the local Tibetan population.
Hiking and exploration can be challenging due to the high altitude and difficult terrain.
The source of several major Asian rivers, including the Yellow and Mekong rivers, originate here.
Location: Qinghai
Elevation above the sea: 5,266 m
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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