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“Bikini Hiker” Famous for Selfies on Mountaintops Tragically Dies During Solo Hike

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Famous "Bikini Hiker" Tragically Dies After Falling into A Ravine While Hiking Solo - WORLD OF BUZZ
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In a report by the Washington Post, a Taiwanese woman famous for posing in bikinis on top of mountain peaks passed away after going on a hike last Saturday (19th January) at Yushan National Park.

Affectionately known as the “Bikini Hiker” among her fans, 36-year-old Gigi Wu shot to fame on social media when photos of her clad in bikinis in scenic mountain ranges went viral among Taiwanese netizens, leading her to garner thousands of followers.

Mt. Yarigatake, 日本百名山-槍岳, 3180M, 如願以償的在本年度封山前看到360度展望~~萬歲!

Posted by Gigi Wu on Monday, October 26, 2015

According to the South China Morning Post, Wu wore the appropriate gear and clothing while on her hikes, but changed into her bikini once she reached the peak. She had reportedly hiked more than 100 peaks in the past four years alone. In a previous interview with Taiwanese media, she was quoted as saying,

“I put on a bikini in each one of the 100 mountains. I only have around 97 bikinis so I accidentally repeated some.”

The 36-year-old woman reportedly called her friends via satellite phone while on her hike last Saturday to tell them that she had fallen down a ravine that was between 20 and 30 metres deep. Wu also told her friends that she could not move the lower half of her body after the fall.

重遊能安,獨攀八日(含巴沙灣,牡丹池),美好天氣回憶經歷

Posted by Gigi Wu on Sunday, November 20, 2016

Posted by Gigi Wu on Wednesday, October 1, 2014

While rescue services were contacted shortly after her distress call, Wu’s lifeless body was discovered two days later on Monday (21st January). Her body was found fully clothed and covered in an aluminium blanket.

Our condolences go out to Gigi Wu’s family, friends, and loved ones. We hope those who hike regularly also take extra care when going out on expeditions, especially if they plan on going alone. 

 

Also read: 35-Year-Old Collapses and Dies While Hiking Up Gunung Nuang

35-Year-Old Collapses and Dies While Hiking Up Gunung Nuang - World Of Buzz 2

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