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It's called the roof of the world because its average elevation of 13,500 feet which is more the 2 miles above sea level

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The Tibetan Plateau is known as the Roof of the World because it is the highest and largest plateau in the world, with an average elevation exceeding 4,500 meters (14,800 feet). Its towering mountains, including Mount Everest and the Himalayas, contribute to its majestic reputation as the "Roof of the World."

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