A Bulgarian social media influencer died in a climbing accident while scaling Tryfan mountain in Wales.
On Feb. 22, Maria Eftimova was with a group ascending the north ridge of the mountain, which stands at 3,010 feet.
At some point, the University of Salford student fell 65 feet into the steep terrain below, according to the BBC.
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A nearby climber rappelled down to assist while a group member performed CPR, but ultimately a rescue team would bring Eftimova’s dead body down the mountain.
She was 28 years old.
“Maria was a one of a kind person who lived life to the fullest — not only adventurous and free-spirited but also incredibly kind, intelligent, and selfless,” Megan Griffiths, Eftimova’s best friend, said in a statement. “Her
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