Planet Earth's summit is rapidly becoming an 'ugly' sight due to the behaviour of numerous mountaineers at Camp IV, which sits a staggering 7,900m above sea level

Footage shows Camp IV, the highest campsite on Earth, full of piles of rubbish left behind by climbing groups, with scores of worn-out yellow tents flapping in gale-force winds.

The popularity of the Himalayan peak exacerbates the problem after 274 climbers ascend in one day.