The highest peak in the world
At 8,848.86 meters (29,031 feet 8½ inches) above sea level, Mount Everest is the tallest mountain on Earth. Situated amidst the Mahalangur Himal sub-range of the Himalayas, the peak of Everest signifies the boundary between China and Nepal, rendering it a monumental geographical and cultural icon.
Ever since it was first determined to be the highest peak in the world in 1856, Mount Everest has come to represent the bravery and exploration of humanity. The British Surveyor General of India, Andrew Waugh, gave it the name in remembrance of Sir George Everest, his predecessor. Sir George objected to the honor, but the name stuck, and in 1865 the Royal Geographical Society formally adopted it. Locally, Everest is referred to as Qomolangma in Tibetan, which means “holy mother,” and Sagarmāthā in Nepali, which means “goddess of the sky.”
During the British Great Trigonometrical Survey of India in the 19th century, the majestic peak of Everest was first measured with accuracy. Surveyors overcame adverse weather conditions and health issues to determine the height of Nepal from a distance, despite the country’s ban on foreigners. The present approved height of 8,848.86 meters was jointly established by Chinese and Nepali authorities in 2020, after initial measurements put it at 8,840 meters. Later adjustments and the use of contemporary GPS technology led to these developments.
From experienced mountaineers to ardent novices, many climbers are drawn to Everest due to its attraction. The southeast ridge from Nepal, also referred to as the “standard route,” and the north ridge from Tibet are the two main routes to the top of the peak. The ordinary route carries major risks, including altitude sickness, extreme weather, and natural hazards like avalanches and the treacherous Khumbu Icefall, even though it does not need strong technical climbing skills.
There have been many tragedies as well as victories during Everest’s exploration history. The earliest known attempts were undertaken in the early 20th century by British mountaineers. One of the biggest mysteries surrounding the mountain is the 1924 expedition led by George Mallory and Andrew Irvine. The two vanished during their effort to reach the summit, and there is still disagreement about whether they succeeded. Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary made the first ascent known in 1953 using the southeast ridge. In 1960, a Chinese team became the first to successfully summit the north ridge.
There are costs associated with climbing Everest; as of May 2024, 340 individuals had died there, and over 200 bodies remained because of the dangerous conditions that prevent recovery. Notwithstanding the risks, travelers from all over the world are still drawn to the top because it personifies the spirit of discovery and the human determination to succeed. Everest continues to be a magnificent natural wonder, a symbol of the planet’s breathtaking beauty and overwhelming difficulties.
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