Earth is an oblate spheroid rather than a perfect sphere, therefore the highest point on earth is calculated on the basis of sea level rather than distant from the center of the Earth. Here we have list of places on earth in each continents of world.
| Continent | Highest Point | Elevation (m) | Country/Territory |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asia | Mount Everest | 8,848 | China and Nepal |
| South America | Aconcagua | 6,960 | Argentina |
| North America | Mount McKinley | 6,198 | United States |
| Africa | Mount Kilimanjaro | 5,895 | Tanzania |
| Europe | Mount Elbrus | 5,642 | Russia |
| Antarctica | Vinson Massif | 4,892 | British Antarctic Territory |
| Australia | Puncak Jaya | 4,884 | Indonesia |
The highest point on Earth’s surface is Mount Everest which is located on the border of Nepal and China. It is peak of Himalaya range, 8848 meters above sea level. Chimborazo of central Ecuador is farthest place from the Earth’s center but it is not considered as highest point of world.
Source: wikipedia
