International mountain day

International Mountain Day is celebrated every year on December 11.
It was established by the United Nations to raise awareness about the importance of mountains to life, sustainable development, and the well-being of people living in mountainous regions.

Why It’s Celebrated
• To highlight the ecological importance of mountains
• To protect mountain ecosystems from climate change and over-exploitation
• To support mountain communities, cultures, and livelihoods
• To promote sustainable tourism and environmental conservation

Theme (2024 & 2025)

The UN announces a new theme each year.
Here are the latest:
• 2024: “Restoring Mountain Ecosystems”
• 2025: (Official theme not yet announced — usually released closer to December)

Fun Facts About Mountains
• Mountains cover around 27% of Earth’s land surface
• They provide freshwater for over half the global population
• The Himalayas, including Everest, are the youngest and highest mountain range in the world
• Mountain regions are home to unique cultures and biodiversity

How People Celebrate
• Awareness programs and school events
• Mountain clean-up campaigns
• Hiking and eco-tourism activities
• Sharing photos and stories about mountains
• Government and NGO conservation campaigns

If you want, I can also give you:
📌 A short speech
📌 A social media caption
📌 A poster idea
📌 A poem for International Mountain Day