The first ascent of Everest (1953)

The first ascent of Mount Everest occurred on May 29, 1953, when Sir Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and Tenzing Norgay, a Sherpa guide from Nepal, successfully reached the summit. Their achievement was the result of years of preparation, careful planning, and overcoming extreme challenges such as high-altitude sickness, severe weather, and difficult terrain. They used specially designed equipment and team support, making history as the first confirmed climb to the world's highest peak, standing at 8,848 meters (29,029 feet). This accomplishment symbolized human endurance and exploration’s relentless spirit.