Finding Joy In Daily Holidays. Let's Celebrate International Everest Day! Celebrated Every May 29th.

 Let's Celebrate International Everest Day!

Celebrated Every May 29th.

May 29th is International Everest Day, a day to honor the incredible achievement of the first successful ascent of Mount Everest in 1953. This daily holiday invites us to celebrate human courage, endurance, and the spirit of adventure. Whether you dive into a documentary, read inspiring stories of climbers, or take a local hike, International Everest Day is a perfect time to reflect on the heights we can reach, both in nature and in life.

A Few Everest Facts...

• Mount Everest is the world's highest peak, standing at 29,032 feet above sea level.
• Mount Everest is located between Nepal and China. 
• This mountain is over 60 million years old and grows slightly each year.
• As of 2024, 12,884 people have attempted to climb Mt Everest, and only 7,269 have peaked.
• Since 1922, over 335 people have died attempting to climb this mountain.
• The youngest successful climber was a 14-year-old girl from India. 

A Few Ways to International Everest Day...

1. Watch a documentary or movie about Mount Everest.
2. Read a book about Mount Everest.
3. Read about the people who have made the climb.
4. Look at photos of Mount Everest.
5. Go hiking in a hilly area near you, but be careful.

How will I celebrate International Everest Day? I will watch a movie about the climb.

Happy International Everest Day!

KathieyV