Where Is Mount Everest Located

  • Mount Glory Team
  • Last Updated on Sep 13, 2023

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Millions of People all around the World are Curious about the location of the highest point on the earth. Mount Everest 8848.86 m is the highest point on Planet Earth and it is located in the Himalayan Range bordering Nepal and Tibet.

Gerographacilally the co ordinated of Mount Everest is 27°59′17″N 86°55′31″E. It is the World's Highest peak and lies in the Mahalangur Himalayan Range Of Solokhumbu District in Northeast Nepal. Mahalangur Range has four of Earth's six highest mountains they are Mount Everest, Mount Makalu, Lhotse, and Cho Oyu.

This giant Mountain was first discovered by Sir George Everest in the 19th century who was the Survier general from India during the British Regime. So, there was a different name for this huge peak before Everest.

Different Names Of Mount Everest

Sagarmatha: Sagarmatha Means Forehead of Sky is a Nepali Name Of Everest.
Chomolungma: It is a Tibetan name Which means Goddess of Universe.
Peak 15: People called it Peak 15 before George Everest found that it was the highest mountain on Earth.

Third Pole: There are magnetic two poles that are north and south poles but being the highest point on Earth it is called the third Pole.

Deudhunga: Deu means God and Dhunga Means Stone which means rock of Goddess.
Mount Everest: It is the Modern name of the World's highest peak after the surveyor general of India George Everest.

 

How is Everest Formed?


It took millions of years to form the highest point on Earth. The tectonic plate of Indian, Australian, and Eurasian Plates move towards each other and pushes each other resulting in the rise of Everest.

Mount Everest is believed to be 50-60 million years old.

This pyramid-shaped massive mountain has facades and three sides. The southern face is popular for mountaineering and expedition falls in Nepal as the North and east face falls on the Tibetian Side. So, the summit of this massive mountain is a lifetime dream of adventurous travelers that offers a panoramic view of many stunning mountains from the top.

The Snow and glaciers melting in these high mountains result in the formation of big water bodies and are an important source of water for 1.3 billion people in South Asia.

 

Records In Mount Everest:


Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa successfully submitted Mount Everest in 1953 for the first time in history.
Junko Tabei Japanese Woman was the first female to reach the top in 1975.
Pasang Lhamu Sherpa was the first Nepalese woman to reach the summit in 1993 however she passed away while returning.

Kami Rita Sherpa Was the only climber to reach the Submit 27 times breaking his own record.

Nirmal Purja (Nims Dai) and his team successfully submitted 14 Peaks of the World in 6 months and it was the most loved documentary in Net Flex.

American Dave Hahn holds the record number of successful attempts for a non-Sherpa; he reached the summit for his 15th time in May 2013.

Jordan Romero a 13-year-old boy from California set the record for being the youngest to climb Everest on May 22, 2010. He made the summit together with his father and stepmother. He also went on to become the youngest to end up climbing the Seven Summits.

 

Is there Vegetation, Life, and Air in Everest?


The part of the land above 5000m is covered by snow all around the year. So, it is very difficult for plants to grow in snow. However, there is air on top of Everest as many climbers have climbed it without oxygen. There are Snow leopards, Snow bears, Yak, and evidence of Human life creation called Yeti in the Everest region.

Sherpa People are the major ethnic group of Nepal of Tibetian origin who live in the Everest Region. The world's highest airport Lukla Airport is the easiest getaway to Mount Everest From Capital Kathmandu. There are many hotels, Guest houses, and Lodges, and one of the World's Highest Hotels Everest View Hotel at 3880m elevation. Namche Bazar is a big settlement beneath Everest with a population of 2500.

 

What is the worth needed to Climb Mount Everest?


Mount Everest is a dear mountain for any climbers. Nepal government charges 16000 USD per climber which includes the tax, and acclimatization cost. Usually, one expedition costs around 35000 USD to 50,000 USD. And it's one of those endeavors wherever you are doing not really need to cut corners on low-cost instrumentality or rent somebody who doesn't apprehend what they're doing. You'll be charged per day at base camp to have a rescue to be had, and insurance to urge your body extracted if necessary The fees will quickly climb to $35,000 before you even get the first piece of kit or rent Sherpas and a guide. you'll even be paying daily fees for cooks, phone access, garbage removal, weather forecasts, etc. You might be at Base Camp for up to 2 months or more, depending on however long you conform. Gear that can get up to the hell apportioned on an associate Everest expedition isn't low-cost. you will have a minimum of 5, maybe more. you will need to buy for the Sherpas, too. Properly rated boots and rise suits can each price a minimum of $1,000. selecting {cheap|low price|low-cost} stuff may cost you toes. Personal gear sometimes runs between $7,000-10,000 per expedition. The cost of the expedition goes on increasing if you would like longer for acclimatization, It depends on the sherpa guides and porters you're hiring during the expedition, and therefore the operation within the snow if you suddenly fall sick also determines the value of climbing.


Expedition To 8848.86m Summit:


Mount Everest 8848.86m can be climbed from the Nepali and Tibetian sides. However, many climbers choose the Nepali side to climb Everest as it is cheap and easier and is the most used route. The Tibetian route is difficult and sophisticated as helicopters aren't allowed to fly. Most climbers plan to climb Everest from 5364m from Base Camp Of Everest.

Descending From World's Tallest Peak Mount Everest
Many people died while returning from Mount Everest. Because they descend immediately after reaching the top to avoid running out of oxygen. Only a few climbers get to hang out rest or enjoy the view as time is against climbers in the death zone(above 8000m).

 

Trekking To Everest Region:


Everest Region is the most used trekking destination in the world. Thousands of trekkers choose every year this amazing destination for make lifetime memories. This region not only leads you to the world's top mountain but also to famous peaks like Mera Peak, Island Peak, Ama Dablam, Chulu, etc. Mostly the trekkers choose Base Camp Of Mount Everest(Everest Base Camp Trek)  for trekking as it provides the closest view of Mount Everest and other famous peaks.

Every year thousand of travelers visit Nepal to spend their holiday and choose the mountain region as their trekking destination as it takes the travellers to the base camp of the mountain and provide a close and scenic view of these mountain peaks. Nowadays trekking has been one of the many recreational activities for travelers and a source of income for Nepalese. Trekking is a famous outdoor activity especially in the Everest region because in the past few decades, people started building hotels and lodges with good food and lodging for travelers.

The Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most chosen trekking destinations by travelers all around the world because the trekkers can reach the Everest View Hotel or the highest point Kalapathhar (5555m) which offers the closest view of Mount Everest and the Surrounding mountains of Khumbu Region.

Travelers that have a few days' stay in Nepal can choose a Helicopter Flight to Everest Base Camp to witness the majestic view of Mount Everest and its surrounding mountains Coffee in the World's Highest Point Hotel “Everest View Hotel” is a lifetime memory.


The Top 14 Tallest Peaks in the World:

  1. Mount Everest (Nepal/Tibet): 29,035 feet (8,848.86m)
  2. K2 (Located in Pakistan): 28,251 feet (8,611m)
  3. Kangchenjunga (Located In Nepal): 28,169 feet (8,586m)
  4. Lhotse (Part of the Everest range): 27,940 feet (8,516m)
  5. Makalu (Located between Nepal and China): 27,838 feet (8,485m)
  6. Cho Oyu (Near Mount Everest between Nepal and China): 26,864 feet (8,188m)
  7. Dhaulagiri I (Nepal): 26,795 feet (8,167m)
  8. Manaslu (Nepal): 26,781 feet (8,163m)
  9. Nanga Parbat (Pakistan): 26,660 feet (8,126m)
  10. Annapurna I (Nepal): 26,545 feet (8,091m)
  11. Gasherbrum I (Pakistan /China) : 26,470 feet  (8068m)
  12. Broad Peak (Pakistan /China): 8,047    26,400 feet (8047m)
  13. Gasherbrum II (Pakistan/China): 26,360 feet (8035m)
  14. Shisha Pangma (Tibet): 26,289 feet (8013m)


So, this World's Highest Peak Mount Everest 8848.86 m is the gem of planet Earth. It lies on North East border of Solukhumbu District Nepal. The Famous expedition face falls on the Nepal side and the other face falling to the Tibetian side has also started climbing it. Mount Everest is not only the world's highest mountain but a miracle to many adventure seekers all around the world so, every year thousands of trekkers climb this mountain spending millions of Dollars. However, many Nepalese worship this giant mountain with a prayer flag and holy mantra as it is considered as god of the Rock.

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