It was the home and laboratory of Sir George Everest. He was a Surveyor-General of India from 1830 to 1843. Sir George bought the Park Estate in Mussoorie located on the western edge of town in 1833 and lived here for almost a decade before retiring to England.
Sir George was largely responsible for completing the section of the Great Trigonometric Survey of India along the meridian arc from the south of India extending north to Nepal.
Hillary and Tenzing were the first successful persons who ascended the Mount Everest. Later on they named this peak as a Mount Everest to give tribute to Sir George Everest. The house is situated in a place from where you can see panoramic view of the Doon Valley on one side and the snow clad Himalayan ranges on the other.
Staying in George Everest House
You can do camping in and near George Everest House region.
George Everest House Food Guide
You can visit and eat at Everest Cafe, which is located on the trail towards the George Everest Peak.
What is George Everest House famous for?
George Everest House is famous among tourist as Tourist attraction, View point, Historical Importance, Himalayan Views, Hiking, Camping.
George Everest House is popular destination for following activities/ interests - Camping, Hiking, Paragliding, Picnic Spots, View Points.
