VIDEO: Mount Everest drone footage leaves viewers stunned
New drone footage truly puts the terrifying size of the world's tallest mountain into perspective.
While many have successfully scaled the beast that is Mount Everest, the mountain remains a place of mystery and danger.
If you are unfamiliar with the difficulties of climbing this mountain, here are some details.
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The mountain peak is 8,849 metres tall, and the higher you get, the colder it becomes. The air also gets thinner, making it more difficult to breathe.
Scaling this mountain is a feat of physical, mental and emotional strength.
Climbers will always start their journey at Base Camp, which sounds misleading as it is already 5,364 metres above sea level.
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As they make their way from Base Camp, they will reach four other camps further up the mountain. Only the most experienced climbers will attempt to reach the summit.
Most of us will never be able to view the world from the top of the highest peak, but technology can give us a glimpse.
New drone footage has been released, and it has put things truly into perspective.
The video has gone viral with over 1,5-million views, and for good reason.
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The footage not only shows the immense size of the peak but also the dangerous terrain that climbers and their teams have to cross to achieve their goal.
Watch the video below:
The summit of Mount Everest with a wonderful 4-minute drone ride.
— Figen (@TheFigen_) July 16, 2024
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Viewers were not only shocked by the video but left in awe:
I can imagine the breathtaking view and the sheer thrill of soaring above the highest peak.
— RichQuack (@RichQuack) July 16, 2024
It's like a virtual Everest expedition from my couch!
Proof, if you needed it, that to climb Mount Everest you have to be completely bonkers. https://t.co/zrjWr8Ep8c
— Lee Grunnell (@leegrunnell) July 17, 2024
Best use of the internet, I've seen in a long time....ENJOY & MARVEL https://t.co/oopxCIJZP2
— Nate Ross (@hupnlstN8) July 17, 2024
This is soothing ✨
— Home of Yoga🧘♀️ ✨ (@Chao_Yogy) July 16, 2024
A climber's dream is to be humbled by this sight in person. https://t.co/ZKbER1FOOM
— Yudhishtir (@yudh_mein_sthir) July 17, 2024
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