Sherpa breaks world record by climbing Everest 22 times - in pictures

Kami Rita Sherpa, 48, takes record from Nepal's 'Super Sherpa'

Kami Rita Sherpa, a 48-year-old professional mountaineer guide has successfully climbed Mount Everest 22 times setting a new world record by climbing Mount Everest.

The previous record was held by Nepalese climber Appa Sherpa, who is also known as a 'Super Sherpa'.

Published: May 23, 2018 03:05 PM

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