Many Westerners often guided by the Sherpa people of Nepal, are driven to their attempts to climb Everest. Many have died in attempting the 29,028 ft peak. Frostbite, and altitude sickness are discussed as well as a detailed look at a major route, which included four camps, plus the base camp.
It's the ultimate natural wonder of the world. The rugged mountain peak of rock and ice is the planet's highest point of ground where earth and sky collide. Winds whip at 161 kilometers (100 miles) ...