Mount Everest attracts many climbers, including highly experienced mountaineers. There are two main climbing routes, one approaching the summit from the southeast in Nepal (known as the standard route) and the other from the north in China. A record 274 climbers scaled Mount Everest on Wednesday, the highest number to reach the summit from the mountain’s south side in a single day, a Nepali hiking official said.

Understanding the Context

Watch as 274 climbers reached Mount Everest’s summit in a single day, marking the busiest ascent ever on the world’s highest peak. Mount Everest record: 274 climbers summit in one day - USA TODAY Mt. Everest is the world's tallest peak. But some mountaineers, like Garrett Madison, say it isn't the hardest to climb.

Key Insights

Hundreds of people summit Mt. Everest each year, and you don't need to be an ... Outside Online on MSN: Two climbers died on Mount Everest after reaching the summit “If I climb Everest, you can do whatever you want.” For River Ahmad, the summit is a message to millions of girls growing up without choices ... Yahoo! Sports: British climber reaches Everest summit for a record 19th time and plans a 20th British climber reaches Everest summit for a record 19th time and plans a 20th Fox News: Fox News’ Mike Tobin completes risky Everest climb and shares details of high-stakes summit Fox News’ Mike Tobin completes risky Everest climb and shares details of high-stakes summit Alaska Dispatch News: British climber reaches Everest summit for a record 19th time and plans a 20th Hundreds of climbers were descending the flanks of Mount Everest on Thursday, May 21, after a historic number reached the summit earlier in the week.

Final Thoughts

Taking advantage of calm and clear conditions on ...