Mount Everest, the world’s tallest peak at 8,849m, straddles Nepal and Tibet. Known as Sagarmatha in Nepali and Chomolungma in Tibetan, it holds deep cultural significance. First summited by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay in 1953, Everest challenges climbers with its "Death Zone," avalanches, and extreme cold. Popular routes include Nepal’s South Col and Tibet’s North Ridge. A symbol of human determination, Everest also faces ecological threats from pollution and climate change, reminding us of the delicate balance between adventure and nature.