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Everest Rising

Savour the majesty of the great Himalayas, from the past to the present to the future in this stunningly beautiful documentary series.

Starting from the birth of this natural wonder, Everest Rising looks at its neverdiminishing allure. More than 500 attempts are made every year to scale the highest peaks here, many often resulting into disasters, but many others with smiles. It also looks at some of the most memorable expeditions ever made historically.

The series features legendary Tenzing Norgay and Henry Todd, among many other celebrity climbers.

Episodic Synopsis available here