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Hristo Prodanov
(1943 - 1984)
Bulgarian engineer and mountaineer
Bulgarian engineer and mountaineer
Trailblazing Bulgarian engineer and mountaineer who conquered the world's highest peaks.
Hristo Prodanov was the first Bulgarian to summit Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen, marking a milestone in Bulgarian mountaineering.
An accomplished engineer by training, he combined technical expertise with an unwavering passion for high-altitude climbing.
In 1981, he reached Everest’s 8,848-meter summit solo, enduring extreme weather and rugged terrain.
Prodanov’s daring expeditions extended to other Himalayan giants, reflecting his determination and skill.
His achievements inspired a generation of climbers in Eastern Europe and elevated Bulgaria’s presence in global mountaineering.
Prodanov’s legacy endures in the annals of high-altitude exploration and adventure.
Hristo Prodanov