Mount Everest is the highest mountain on Earth above sea level, standing at about 8,848.86 meters (29,031.7 feet). It lies in the Himalayan mountain range on the border of Nepal and China (Tibet region).
Quick Facts
- Local names:
- Sagarmatha in Nepal
- Chomolungma in Tibet
- First successful climb: In 1953 by Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay.
- Mountain range: Himalayas
- Best climbing seasons: April–May and September–October
Why Everest Is Famous
- It is considered the ultimate challenge for mountaineers.
- Thousands of climbers visit every year.
- The mountain has extreme weather, freezing temperatures, and low oxygen levels.
Interesting Facts
- The summit is covered with snow and ice all year.
- Mount Everest grows slightly every year due to tectonic plate movement.
- Sherpas, local mountain guides from Nepal, play a major role in Everest expeditions.
Dangers of Climbing Everest
Climbing Everest is very risky because of:
- Avalanches
- Snowstorms
- Thin oxygen at high altitude
- Frostbite and altitude sickness
Nature and Beauty
The Everest region has beautiful glaciers, valleys, monasteries, and rare wildlife like snow leopards and Himalayan yaks.