Sherpa Climbs Everest 25 Times: A Record-Breaking Achievement

Ang Rita Sherpa, a Nepali mountaineer, has achieved a remarkable feat by climbing Mount Everest an astonishing 25 times without using supplemental oxygen. This incredible record was set on his latest climb, making him one of the most accomplished climbers in history.

Born on July 27, 1948, Rita began his mountaineering journey early, following in the footsteps of his father who was one of the first Sherpa guides. He first scaled Everest in 1994 and has been making the trip nearly every year since then. His dedication to climbing is matched only by his passion for pushing himself to new heights.

Rita's determination paid off when he set the world record for the most successful ascents of Mount Everest on his sixth climb. He went on to re-set this record on his tenth climb, cementing his position as one of the greatest climbers in history.

But Rita's achievements go beyond just climbing Everest. He has also scaled several other peaks that are among the highest in the world, including K-2, Cho-Oyu, Manaslu, and Lhotse.

As a Sherpa guide, Rita's expertise and skills are vital to the safety and success of hundreds of climbers who head to Nepal each year seeking to stand on top of the 8,849-meter (29,032-foot) mountain. His experience and knowledge make him an invaluable asset to any climbing expedition.

This year, Nepal has issued climbing permits to 408 foreign climbers despite a surging COVID-19 outbreak. China has also opened its northern slope to only a few dozen mountaineers who will be tested for the coronavirus and must keep their distance while climbing.

In recent years, Everest has been closed to climbing due to the pandemic, but this year's spring climbing season is seeing a surge in climbers eager to reach the summit. A group of 12 Sherpa guides, including Rita, reached the summit last week, fixing ropes on the icy route so that hundreds of other climbers can scale the peak later this month.

Rita's remarkable achievement is not just a testament to his own skill and determination but also to the dedication and expertise of the many Sherpa guides who support climbers in their quest for the top. As one of the most accomplished climbers in history, Rita will continue to inspire and motivate others to push themselves to new heights.

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