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Nestled between China and Bhutan lies Mount Gengar Punum, the highest unclimbed peak on the planet. Standing at 7,570 meters, this mountain has resisted human conquest largely due to ongoing territorial disputes and cultural beliefs surrounding mountaineering in Bhutan. The mountain’s elusive nature adds to its mystique, as mapping efforts have revealed inconsistencies about its exact location.

A Hidden Ecosystem: Mount Leo

Discovered in 2012 by environmental scientist Dr. Julian Bis, the pristine tropical forest atop Mount Leo had never been visually documented before. This isolated ecosystem in Mozambique revealed a wealth of biodiversity, including previously unknown species, illustrating how much there is still to learn about unexplored regions on the map.