Which Countries Border Mount Everest?

Mount Everest straddles the border between two nations:

  • China (Tibet Autonomous Region): North side; administered by Tingri County, Shigatse Prefecture.
  • Nepal: South side; located in Solukhumbu District, Koshi Province.

The summit itself lies precisely on the international boundary. The north face (Kangshung Face) is in Tibet; the south face (standard climbing route via Khumbu Icefall) is in Nepal. Both countries require permits and regulate access.

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