The Influence of the Himalayas on Climate, Rivers, and Civilizations

This chapter examines how the Himalayas influence the region's climate, rivers, and civilizations, including the formation of major rivers and the barrier they create between ancient Indian and Chinese civilizations.

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Located between China and India, Pakistan, Buthan, and Nepal is the world’s highest chain of mountains, The Himalayas.

The Himalayas aren’t just very tall, picturesque mountains that are the home of Mount Everest. They are perhaps the most important mountain range on Earth.

The Himalayas serve as the source of several of the world’s most important rivers. It is responsible for weather patterns throughout much of Asia, and it has served an important role throughout history in trade, religion, and geopolitics.

Learn more about the Himalayas, how they were formed and the role they play in the world today on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily.

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