Why Everest is Called Everest

Everest: The Untold Story Behind the World’s Tallest Mountain

Did you know? Mount Everest wasn’t always called Everest!

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Everest was named after a British surveyor, Sir George Everest.

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Sir George Everest led the Great Trigonometrical Survey of India.

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This survey helped map out huge parts of India and Nepal.

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In 1852, surveyors discovered the world’s tallest mountain.

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The mountain was originally called Peak XV. But in 1865, they named it Mount Everest.

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Sir George Everest never actually saw the mountain that bears his name!

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Today, Everest is a symbol of adventure and exploration, attracting climbers from around the world.

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Now you know! The next time you think of Everest, remember the story behind the name.

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