Mount Everest, located in the Himalayas, is the highest mountain in the world, standing at 29,031 feet above sea level. It straddles the border between Nepal and the Tibet Autonomous Region of China. Known as 'Sagarmatha' in Nepali and 'Chomolungma' in Tibetan, Everest has been a symbol of adventure and human endurance since the first successful summit in 1953 by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay.

Climbing Mount Everest is a challenging endeavor, requiring physical fitness, technical skills, and acclimatization to extreme altitudes. The mountain draws climbers from around the world, despite the risks of avalanches, crevasses, and altitude sickness. It is also a critical ecosystem, supporting unique wildlife such as the snow leopard and Himalayan tahr. Efforts are ongoing to address the environmental impact of mountaineering on this iconic peak.