The Olympic torch will take a high-altitude route as it travels from Greece to China for the 2008 Summer Olympics. The Beijing Olympic Committee announced that the torch will be carried to the highest peak in the world, Mount Everest. Song Weizai, a spokesperson for the committee, stated that a group of 80 climbers will take turns carrying the torch to the summit of the southern side of Everest and then down the northern side. The ascent to the highest peak in the world is scheduled for May 2008, as weather conditions are usually best at that time. He added that the climbers will soon begin training for this event. Meanwhile, China is leaving nothing to chance and will conduct a practice ascent of Mount Everest in May 2007, one year ahead of the event.
Olympic Torch to be Carried to the Highest Peak in the World
The Olympic torch will be carried to Mount Everest in May 2008 as part of the lead-up to the Summer Olympics in China. A team of 80 climbers will participate in this historic event, with a practice ascent planned for May 2007. This highlights China's meticulous preparation for the Olympics and its emphasis on showcasing its achievements.
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📰 What Happened
The Olympic torch will be carried to Mount Everest as part of its journey to the 2008 Summer Olympics in China. A team of 80 climbers will undertake this historic ascent, with a practice climb scheduled for the previous year.
- The torch will be carried to the summit of Mount Everest in May 2008.
- A practice ascent is planned for May 2007 to prepare for the event.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The Olympic torch relay is a tradition that symbolizes peace and unity, and carrying it to Everest underscores the significance of the upcoming Olympics for China.
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