Mt. Everest facts

News and Expedition schedule

 
October 1st, 2007            The text submision start.
 
March, 7th, 2008              The text submision deadline.
 
March 9nd -14th, 2008     Disc version recorded Book version printed & bounded
 
March 16th, 2008             The Disc and the Book hermetically sealed in a metal trunk.
 
March 18th, 2008             The trunk transported to the expedition site.
 
March 20th, 2008             The expedition start.
 
May, 20th -25th, 2008      The expected time of reaching the summit.
 
There may be slight changes to the schedule

Mount Everest is the highest mountain on Earth located in High Asia on the border between Nepal and China. It measures 8,848 m ( 29,028 feet ) above the sea level.
 
The ancient Sanscrit name for the mountain is Devgiri which means 'Holy Mountain'. In Nepali the mountain is known as Sagarmatha, meaning 'Head of the Sky' and the Tibetan name of the mountain is Chomolunguma, meaning 'Mother of the Universe'. The unique beauty and dignity of the mountain tempts hundreds of climbers, however only a few reach the summit to enjoy its incredible view. When you are above 26,246 feet ( 8,000 m ) you must use oxygen masks and special protecting uniforms. The temperature is extremely low, there is only about a third as much oxygen available as at the sea level  and the high winds are perilous to those climbing the steep slopes. It takes about two months to reach the summit, not including the preparation and acclimatization period which can take from two to three years. Those who reach the summit, speak about the graceful and gentle mountain and the everlasting, profound impact of that place on their lives.