Everest (Mount Everest)

Mount Everest is the highest mountain on Earth, standing approximately 8,848 meters (29,029 feet) above sea level. Located in the Himalayas on the border between Nepal and China (Tibet), it is part of the Himalayan mountain range created by the collision of tectonic plates. Everest's extreme altitude results in thin air, making breathing difficult and requiring climbers to acclimate carefully. It is a symbol of challenge and adventure, attracting mountaineers worldwide who attempt to reach its summit. Despite its natural majesty, Everest's environment is fragile, vulnerable to climate change and human impact.