Sherpa Tenzing Norgay

Tenzing Norgay was a renowned Nepalese mountaineer, best known for being the first person to reach the summit of Mount Everest, the world's highest mountain, on May 29, 1953. He worked as a guide and Sherpa—a member of an indigenous Himalayan community skilled in mountain climbing and trekking—helping explorers navigate the dangerous Himalayan terrain. His achievement marked a historic milestone in mountaineering. Tenzing's expertise, bravery, and partnership with explorer Sir Edmund Hillary made their successful ascent a symbol of human determination and the capabilities of Sherpa mountaineers.