How Long Does It Take to Climb Mount Everest? The Brutal Reality Behind the Record
The fastest known time to climb Mount Everest—2 hours and 56 minutes—sounds almost casual, like a brisk hike through the Alps. But that record, set by Korean mountaineer Kang Sung-hoon in 2023, obscures the brutal truth: Everest doesn’t care about your watch. The mountain demands respect, and every second shaved from the summit clock comes … Read more
