Is Everest really the tallest mountain? — Solving a mystery using Google Maps
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Can we be sure Everest is the tallest mountain? Throughout history the tallest mountain in the world has changed a few times. In the 1700s, it was Mt. Chimborazo in Ecuador. And in the 1800s, it was Mt. Dhaulagiri in Nepal. So, why does it keep changing? And can we really be sure that Everest still holds the title? Tap or click to find out why the tallest mountain keeps changing. → |
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