City life can make anyone crave a retreat into nature's grandeur. On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, the International Mountain Tourism Alliance (IMTA) Annual Conference gathered in Guiyang, in Guizhou Province on the Chinese mainland, to reveal its second batch of "World Famous Tourism Mountains."
Eight peaks earned a spot this year:
- Mount Huangshan (China)
- Wawu Mountain (China)
- Mount Xuefengshan (China)
- Mount Danxiashan (China)
- Zhangshiyan (China)
- Mount Fitz Roy (Argentina)
- Soudah Mountain (Saudi Arabia)
- Belokurikha Mountain Range (Russia)
This diverse lineup spans misty ridges, desert highlands and icy summits, offering fresh adventures for young global citizens, travel enthusiasts, and digital nomads searching for immersive, sustainable experiences. From the Chinese mainland's storied Huangshan to the rugged beauty of Argentina's Fitz Roy, these additions showcase mountain tourism's growing appeal in 2025.
As urban dwellers seek reconnection with the wild, the IMTA's updated list provides a curated guide to some of the world's most famous peaks. Whether you're planning a bucket-list expedition or scouting for off-the-beaten-path vistas, these destinations promise breathtaking landscapes and culturally rich encounters.
With mountain tourism on the rise, experts predict continued growth in sustainable travel. Keep an eye on these eight locations as they draw new waves of explorers ready to summit their next great adventure.
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China's Huangshan and 7 more added to 'World Famous Tourism Mountains'
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