Tag: Everest
History Changed: The Hillary Step Disappearance
Named after mountaineer Sir Edmund Hillary, the Hillary Step is, or possibly was, a 39-foot vertical rock face, situated on the southeast edge of Mount…
Books to read before you climb mount Everest
Thinking about climbing Mount Everest one day? It’s the ultimate summit – literally the top of the world. Whether it’s a genuine to-do list item…
The tragic death of Ueli Steck, one of the best climbers in the world
Ueli Steck, a Swiss alpinist, was probably one of the best mountain climbers in the world. He managed to combine an Olympian’s physique and a…
7 Most Deadly Mountains
Mountain climbers face many dangers. Many of the mountains have an almost vertical structure, which makes it hard for climbers to reach the peak. During…
7 Most Deadly Mountains
heMountain climbers face many dangers. Many of the mountains have an almost vertical structure, which makes it hard for climbers to reach the peak. During…