'Your legacy will live forever': Nepal mourns climber Nirmal Purja
Nepal is mourning the death of renowned climber Nirmal Purja, who died in an avalanche on Pakistan's Broad Peak. Purja, famous for climbing the world's 14 tallest peaks in record time, is being remembered as a national hero who brought global attention to Nepali climbing guides.
Why it matters
Purja's death is a major loss to the global mountaineering community and a significant cultural event in Nepal, where he was a symbol of national pride.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Students and staff at Purja's former school lit candles in commemoration of him
Tributes are pouring out across Nepal after an avalanche killed all 10 members - of whom 6 were Nepalese - of an expedition on Pakistan's Broad Peak.
Among them was Nirmal Purja, also known as Nims, a British-Nepali climber most known for climbing the world's 14 tallest peaks in just over six months.
His death has sent shock waves through the global mountaineering community and in Nepal, where he is a celebrated figure for giving a spotlight to Nepali climbing guides.
Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah were among those who paid tribute, saying his "history of courage, dedication and contribution will always remain inspiring".
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