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Purnima Shrestha becomes first woman to summit Mt. Everest three times in a single season
Author: THT Online
Category: Mountain
May 25, 2024
Everest, Nepal
Purnima Shrestha has made history by becoming the first woman to summit Mt. Everest three times in a single season. She reached the summit of the world's highest peak with 8K Expeditions on all three
Purnima Shrestha has made history by becoming the first woman to summit Mt. Everest three times in a single season. She reached the summit of the world's highest peak with 8K Expeditions on all three occasions.
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According to Lakpa Sherpa, Expedition Director at 8K Expeditions, Purnima first summited the world's highest peak on May 12, accompanied by Phura Temba Sherpa. She reached the summit again on May 19 with Pasang Sherpa and achieved her third summit on May 25 at 5:50 AM, accompanied by Karma Gyaljen Sherpa.
"Purnima's impressive list of 8x8000ers summits over the years showcases her passion and expertise in mountaineering," Lakpa Sherpa added.
Purnima's record of 8000-meter peaks includes:
Weather Update: Standard Himalayan mountain conditions
Peak Altitude: 8848 m
Risk Level: Low
Expedition Info: Record-setting climbing expedition
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