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Mount Everest is at 27.988121° N and 86.924975° E nestled in the northern part of Nepal and bordering Tibet, China. Everest is a prominent feature of the Mahalangur range in the Central Himalayas. It is known as 'Sagarmatha,' in Nepali, while Tibetans call it 'Chomolungma,' and the Chinese refer to it as 'Zhumulangma.' Its international name, 'Mount Everest,' is recognized globally.
Mount Everest was accepted to have an elevation of 8,848 meters above sea level after its original measurement during the Survey of India (1952–54). This height was determined by Indian mathematician Radhanath Sikdar in 1952 AD. In 2020, a joint survey by Nepalese and Chinese authorities declared the updated Everest elevation to be 8,848.86 meters.
Mount Everest can be explored from both Nepal and China. The south face of Mount Everest, accessed from Nepal, is frequently choosen by trekkers and climbers due to its relatively easy and well-established trekking routes. In contrast, the north face of Mount Everest, visible from Tibet, offers a unique perspective but is less frequent. The southern slope is particularly popular, attracting thousands of visitors annually for Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek and the Mount Everest Expedition.
The Mount Everest base camp is located both in Nepal and China. South Everest base camp elevation is 5364 m above sea level in Nepal at southern slope of Mt. Everest. Similarly, North Everest base camp elevation 5150 m above sea level in Tibet on the northern slope of highest peak in the world. Both base camps are popular holiday destinations in the world.
Everest Base Camp Nepal lies in Sagarmatha National Park, UNESCO World Heritage site in Solukhumbu district. The diverse vegetation and amazing mountains of the Mahalangur range are great to view from the EBC trekking route. The Everest base camp trek takes 14 days to complete. Base camp is the final destination for trekkers that can be extended to Kalapatthar from Gorekshep to enjoy the enormous beauty of Mt. Everest. Different trekking routes, like the Everest Three Passes Trek, Gokyo Cho La Pass Trek, Island Peak Climbing, etc., lead to Everest's base camp.
Similarly, the Everest base camp in Tibet offers a 12-day trip, including 4 days of trekking to the base camp from Old Tingri. Before reaching the base camp, trekkers can enjoy amazing views of Lhasa, Potala Palace, Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, Gyantse, and Yamdrok Tso Lake. We can extend the trekking from Everest Base Camp to Advanced Base Camp at 6340 m.
Trekkers always want to know whether we can see Mount Everest from base camp. The truth is, no, we cannot see Everest clearly from a base camp in Nepal. We can see amazing views of Mount Everest from Khumjung, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and Kalapather during the trek. If you cannot walk a long distance from Lukla to base camp, then an Everest helicopter tour is optional to view Mount Everest.
While the clear view of Mount Everest is visible from the north base camp, we can reach base camp both by trekking and driving. After reaching base camp, the trekkers can continue to Advanced Base for the closest view of Mount Everest.
Going to Mount Everest is a challenging task. We cannot go to Mount Everest without climbing the highest peak. An Everest expedition is possible from both the Northern and Southern faces. Even though the southern face is more popular for expeditions. The climbers should be experienced and ready to face risk during the climb.
The Mount Everest expedition from the southern face takes two months. Climbers should trek to the Everest base camp and prepare for the expedition. It takes 45 days to reach the Everest summit and return to base camp.
Mount Everest, the tallest peak in the world, stands as a natural border between Nepal and China and symbolizes South Asia's pride. Both its southern and northern faces offer unique experiences for trekkers and climbers. The southern base camp, slightly higher in elevation than the northern camp, offers one of the most renowned trekking experiences in the world, complete with stunning scenery and cultural encounters. Whether you choose to explore Everest from Nepal or Tibet, the journey to its base camp promises an unforgettable adventure.
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