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History and Culture
Follow the storied and often tragic history of climbing on Mt. Everest, from the early years to the present day. Features in-depth looks at Sherpas, nearby Buddhist monasteries, and other local elements, and includes QuickTime VR panoramas

High Exposure: Humans at Altitude
What happens to your body when it is exposed to extreme altitudes? How does the lack of oxygen affect the brain? If there were a mountain higher than Everest, would humans be physiologically able to reach the summit? Find the answers to these questions and much more.

Earth, Wind, and Ice
This section features well-illustrated articles on the birth of the Himalaya, atmospheric pressure, earthquakes, air, and glaciers, all as they relate to Mt. Everest. Includes a Shockwave compass game.

Climbing Glossary
The complete glossary related to mount climbing

Everest@nationalgeographic.com
National Geographic's site on Everest offers dispatches, articles, and photos from several recent expeditions to Everest. Included is news on the Millennium Expedition which used GPS technology to obtain the most accurate measurements of Everest to date.