Nepal marks 60 years since Everest summit victory

Four days "Everest Diamond Jubilee" ceremonies ended on Wednesday.


Afp May 29, 2013
The group summitted Everest to raise money for Nepal. PHOTO: AFP/FILE

KATHMANDU: Nepal on Wednesday marked 60 years since the first ascent of Everest, celebrating the pioneering climbers whose bravery spawned an industry that many mountaineers fear is now ruining the world's highest peak.

Four days of ceremonies dubbed the "Everest Diamond Jubilee" ended Wednesday with family members of Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, the first summiteers, laying garlands on statues of the legendary pair.

COMMENTS (1)

Stranger | 10 years ago | Reply

Its a milestone for mankind indeed. 6 decades back without internet / without mobile phones its not a mean feat that some one of the human race has conquered the highest peak on this planet. Sigh I feel so puny in front of these great men. ITs humbling to read this article.

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