NU
Fri, 30 May 2025
London - The 72nd International Mount Everest Day has been observed commemorating the historic first ascent of Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak.
On May 29, 1953, Nepali climber Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and New Zealander Sir Edmund Hillary made history by reaching the summit of Everest, showcasing extraordinary human courage and endurance.
Since then, May 29 is celebrated every year as International Everest Day to honor their achievement.
Climbers from around the world, including members of the Hillary family, have visited Nepal to participate in the celebrations.
Nepal government has renamed Lukla Airport as Tenzing Hillary Airport in honour of the pioneering climbers.
“Everest is a global heritage and a shared asset,” said Nima Nuru Sherpa, president of Nepal Mountaineering Association. “With the visible impacts of climate change—such as melting snow and exposed rock—urgent action is needed for the conservation of Everest and our mountain ecosystems.”
Nepal is home to 1,792 mountains above 5,800 meters, including eight peaks over 8,000 meters. Of these, only 461 are currently open for climbing
