Mount Everest is not owned by a single country. Instead, it is uniquely situated on the international border between two nations.
The world's highest peak is shared by Nepal and China. The boundary line between the two countries runs right across the summit area of the mountain.
Geographic Location
According to information from Wikipedia, Mount Everest is located in specific administrative regions within both countries:
- Nepal: Solukhumbu District, Koshi Province
- China: Tingri County, Xigazê, Tibet Autonomous Region
This geographical reality means that both countries have sovereignty over different parts of the mountain.
| Aspect | Details from Reference |
|---|---|
| Countries | China and Nepal |
| Location | Solukhumbu District, Koshi Province, Nepal; Tingri County, Xigazê, Tibet Autonomous Region, China |
| Parent Range | Mahalangur Himal, Himalayas |
Climbers typically ascend Mount Everest from either the south side (Nepal) or the north side (China/Tibet). Each side presents different challenges and requires permits from the respective country.
For further details, you can refer to the Mount Everest Wikipedia page.
