About Mount Everest: Mount Everest sits on the border between Nepal and Tibet (China), high in the Himalayas. It is the tallest mountain above sea level anywhere on Earth, and reaching its summit is considered one of the greatest achievements in mountaineering. Hundreds of climbers attempt it every spring, braving thin air and extreme cold. Still Growing Taller — Everest grows about 4 mm higher every year as tectonic plates continue to push the Himalayas upward.

Location: Nepal & Tibet (China) border · Height: 8,849 m (29,032 ft) · Mountain Range: The Himalayas · First Ascent: 1953 · Climbing Season: Spring (April–May) · Local Names: Sagarmatha & Chomolungma · Climbers Per Year: Several hundred summit · Danger Zone: The 'Death Zone' · Continent Rank: Tallest peak in Asia