Top 10 Mind Blowing Facts About Majestic Mountains

(via Listverse) The massive, but slow movement of the earth’s crust is what formed mountains and resulted in majestic spires across the globe. Many of the biggest mountain ranges in the world have been formed after gigantic collisions between continents. Mountains have long fascinated humanity, with thousands trying to conquer the highest peaks every year. They are also extremely important for the eco-system and as such the United Nations has declared 11 December to be International Mountain Day in an effort to raise awareness around this topic.
On this list are some fascinating facts about stately mountains you may not know.