Published on May 23,2013
Kathmandu (dpa) - Phurba Tashi Sherpa reached the summit of Mount Everest summit for the 21st time on Thursday, equalling the record set by Apa Sherpa.
According to mountaineering officials, Phurba Tashi made two climbs this season to complete the feat.
Last year, Apa, who goes by his first name, said he was retiring. However, he has since been back at the base camp, continuing his campaign of clearing garbage from the Everest region.
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Kathmandu (dpa) - Phurba Tashi Sherpa reached the summit of Mount Everest summit for the 21st time on Thursday, equalling the record set by Apa Sherpa.
According to mountaineering officials, Phurba Tashi made two climbs this season to complete the feat.
Last year, Apa, who goes by his first name, said he was retiring. However, he has since been back at the base camp, continuing his campaign of clearing garbage from the Everest region.
dpa pt npr
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