Chinese mountaineers carried the Olympic flame to the peak of the world's highest mountain at around 0110 GMT on May 8, fulfilling the promise Beijing made in its Olympic bid. [Full story] [Text] [Photos]
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Qomolangma Relay Route
Road to the Summit
Summit: Which height else that makes people so anxious to look forward to?
Attack Camp: Qomolangma climbers typically set out from Attack Camp.
Camp IV: It serves as the last place where climbers rest up.
North Col: One can see the northern cliff of Mt. Qomolangma to the south.
Advanced Base Camp: Around April and May, the camp is usually lined with colorful tents.
Camp I: Glaciers line the sides of Camp I.
Base Camp: Cars are not allowed beyond Rongbuk Monastery.
Chola Pass: Thin clouds line the mountains like flags against a blue backdrop.
Tingri: The average altitude of Tingri is 4300 meters above sea level.
Gyatsola Pass: The Gyatsola Pass has a breathtaking view.
Xigaze: Xigaze literally means "the best manor" in the language of Tibet.
Lhasa: Lhasa has a history of more than 1,300 years.
Hello! Mt. Qomolangma!
Which height else that makes people so anxious to look forward to?
