8848

8848 refers to the commonly cited height of Mount Everest above sea level. Everest is the highest point on Earth, located in the Himalaya on the border between Nepal and the Tibetan Autonomous Region of China. The height is measured relative to sea level and most often given as 8,848 meters (29,029 feet).

Name and local terms: The mountain is known locally as Sagarmatha in Nepali and Chomolungma in Tibetan. It was named Everest in 1865 by the Royal Geographical Society after Sir George Everest, though the use of the European name remains controversial for some communities.

Measurement history: The figure 8,848 meters became the standard after a 1955 measurement by the Indian Survey. Nepal and China conducted a joint survey in 2020 that produced 8,848.86 meters (29,031.7 feet), which is now widely cited for official purposes. Measurements vary due to snow depth, terrain, and surveying methods.

Geographic and cultural significance: The height has made Everest a focal point for mountaineering, science, and tourism. The summit lies on the Nepal–China border; climbing routes primarily run via Nepal's Khumbu region or through northern Tibet. Access requires permits, acclimatization, and adherence to local regulatory frameworks.