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Has Anyone Summited the 14 Highest Mountains?

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/sports/tallest-mountain-summit.html

by gomox • 5 years ago

9 3 5 years ago

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thedailymail• 5 years ago

Near the end of the article, I was surprised to read "In some countries, cash rewards and government jobs await those who ascend the highest peaks." Is this a thing in countries where mountaineering is an important source of tourism revenue, or just a reward for boosting national "prestige"?

jbj• 5 years ago

There are countries that give great cash rewards for earning an olympic medal. This can help them bring pride and attention to the country. So as you suggest, I also think it is rather for boosting prestige

beardyw• 5 years ago

https://archive.ph/DVbXo

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