Every week, Nepal’s Department of Tourism (DoT) updates its list of climbing permits for mountains above 6,000m. Although it’s hard to estimate final figures based on this dribbled information, Everest continues its popularity. Every year, the number of visitors hoping to Everest increases. According to the preliminary stats, this year may not be an exception. […]
Kathmandu, May 13 (EFE).- A team of nine Nepali high-altitude climbing guides reached the summit of Mt Everest on Saturday afternoon, making it the first spring ascent of the world’s tallest peak this year. The rope fixing team was led by Dawa Gyalje Sherpa and included Nima Nuru Sherpa, Lakpa Sona Sherpa, Dipen Gurung, Pasang …