Mountain of Garbage
Tourists are turning Mount Everest into an open-air landfill at 29,000 feet.
Mountaineers and adventurers have been climbing Mount Everest since the early 20th century.
The first major expedition to Mount Everest was organized in 1921 by the British Mount Everest Committee, led by General Charles Bruce. This initial expedition aimed to reconnoiter the mountain and determine the best approach to a summit attempt.
Several subsequent expeditions followed in the 1920s and early 1930s, with various attempts to reach the summit. However, it was not until May 29, 1953, that the first successful ascent of Mount Everest was achieved. Sir Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and Tenzing Norgay, a Sherpa of Nepal, reached the summit of Mount Everest on that day, marking a historic achievement in mountaineering.
Since then, climbing Mount Everest has become a significant goal for mountaineers worldwide, and numerous expeditions have been undertaken over the years, particularly during the spring and autumn climbing seasons. Climbing Mount Everest is a challenging and dangerous endeavor, requiring significant mountaineering experience, physical fitness, proper equipment, and plenty of money.
Everest is considered one of the greatest challenges in mountaineering and has been a lifelong dream for many adventurers.