Säntis, a majestic peak in the Appenzell Alps, stands at 2,502 meters (8,205 feet) and offers panoramic views across six countries: Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, France, and Italy.

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This permanently snow-covered mountain is famous for quite a few reasons. For starters, it’s considered to be the tallest peak in North America. The exact height? A whopping 20,310 feet above sea ...

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