Here is a list of the tallest climbs around the world and the successful ascents

Since its discovery, Mount Everest has always fascinated mountaineers from across the globe to reach the world's topmost point. When asked why he is climbing Everest, British mountaineer George Mallory had famously said, "Because it is there". Mallory died in the summit attempt.

In 1953, Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and India's Tenzing Norgay became the first humans to set foot on Everest's top. Tenzing's feat somehow did not popularize mountaineering in India the way New Zealanders got inspired by Hillary's achievement. As of the end of 2010's climbing seasons, Indians have successfully climbed the mountain 152 times -fifth highest in the world. Considering its small size, New Zealand's 67 successful attempts are commendable.