Mount Everest
Mount Everest Mount Everest , also known as Sagarmatha in Nepal and Chomolungma in Tibet, is the highest mountain in the world with an elevation of 8,848.86 meters (29,031.7 feet) above sea level. It is located in the Mahalangur Himal sub-range of the Himalayas and straddles the border between Nepal and Tibet. The first successful ascent of Mount Everest was made by Sir Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and Tenzing Norgay, a Sherpa of Nepal, on May 29, 1953. Since then, many climbers have attempted to reach the summit, and over 4,000 people have successfully reached the top. Edmund Hillary Mount Everest is considered to be one of the most challenging and dangerous mountains to climb due to its extreme altitude, unpredictable weather conditions, and difficult terrain. Climbing the mountain requires extensive preparation and training, as well as specialized equipment and support from experienced guides and sherpas. Despite t...