Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world, located in the Himalayas on the border between Nepal and the Tibet Autonomous Region of China. It is known as "Sagarmatha" in Nepal and "Chomolungma" in Tibet.
With an elevation of approximately 8,848.86 meters (29,031.7 feet) above sea level, Mount Everest is a popular destination for mountaineers and adventurers seeking to reach its summit. The first successful ascent to the top of Mount Everest was achieved by Sir Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and Tenzing Norgay, a Sherpa of Nepal, on May 29, 1953.
Due to its extreme altitude and challenging conditions, climbing Mount Everest requires careful planning, physical fitness, and mountaineering expertise. Despite the risks involved, thousands of people attempt to climb Everest each year, making it one of the most famous and sought-after mountaineering challenges in the world.