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Wi-Fi in Mt. Everest Base Camp

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Wi-Fi in Mt. Everest Base Camp

The base-camps of the Mount Everest and Amadablam peak have come under the ambit of internet wi-fi service.

Mt Everest is 8848 metres and Ama Dablam is 6812 meters high from the sea level respectively.

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Wi-Fi in Mt. Everest Base Camp

Everest Link, an internet service provider organisation, rendered the service up to the base camp in course of extending its services in the Khumbu Area of the district. With the installation of the internet services in the areas as Namche, Khumjung, Gokyo, among others have come to the access of internet service.

According to Buddhi Tamang, the proprietor of Everest Link, as of now some 70% of the district’s villages enjoy access to internet with the speed of 20 mbps. “We are planning to increase the speed by double in near future,” Tamang said.Tourists visiting the district are elated with the far and wide access of the internet in the remote areas in the district including the base camp. RSSMt Everest is 8848 metres and Ama Dablam is 6812 meters high from the sea level respectively.

Everest Link, an internet service provider organisation, rendered the service up to the base camp in course of extending its services in the Khumbu Area of the district. With the installation of the internet services in the areas as Namche, Khumjung, Gokyo, among others have come to the access of internet service.

According to Buddhi Tamang, the proprietor of Everest Link, as of now some 70% of the district’s villages enjoy access to internet with the speed of 20 mbps.

“We are planning to increase the speed by double in near future,” Tamang said.Tourists visiting the district are elated with the far and wide access of the internet in the remote areas in the district including the base camp.

Source: Setopati

New Trekking Route “Loluphera” Identified

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A new trekking route has been established by integrating religious, historical and natural beauty embedded in the west Nepal.

The trekking route namely ‘Loluphera’ has been identified including over a dozen tourism sites of Dhaulagiri, Gandaki, Lumbini and Karnali zones.

The task of geographical mapping is underway after undertaking a primary feasibility study as part of the implementation of an idea of establishing trekking route connecting Lomanthang of Mustang to Lumbini and Fewa Lake of Pokhara to Rara Lake of Mugu, said Loluphera Trekking Route Campaign Coordinator Krishna KC said.

He further said discussions are being held from local residents of trekking route zone to Ministry of Tourism and political leadership for the operation of trekking route.

The campaigners´ team has already carried out feasibility study of proposed sites connecting trekking routes in Kaski, Parbat, Baglung, Dolpa, Mugu, Mustang, Manang and Myagdi districts.

The team comprising tourism experts and technicians which has arrived in Beni of Myagdi via Mustang is studying probability of trekking route linking Gulmi, Palpa and Lumbini, KC informed.

There is huge potential of attracting religious tourists with the prevalence of natural beauty, historical sites, mountain series, art, culture, hilly life and mind-blowing landscape along with the availability of religious sites including Lumbini, Muktinath and Damodar Kunda, KC added. -RSS

Khumbu listed among Lonely Planet’s 10 best regions

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Lonely Planet has placed Nepal’s Khumbu region among the 10 best regions to explore in 2015. Khumbu is also known as the Everest region.

The Australian-based world’s largest travel guide publisher has also cautioned would-be visitors about recent mishaps in Nepal. The guide book has placed Nepal in the sixth spot after Gallipoli in Turkey, Rocky Mountain National Park in the US, Toledo in Belize, Tasmania in Australia and Norway Arctic in Norway.

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It said that Everest was a classic journey following in the footsteps of Tenzing and Hillary into the planet’s most jaw-dropping mountain arena, home to the world’s highest peak. “With Nepal’s Maoist uprising firmly behind it, trekkers are rediscovering the region’s remoter trails. We don’t really need to sell you on the mountain glories of the Khumbu region; just a whisper of the word ‘Everest’ and everyone in the room snaps to attention,” it said.

“Try the high-altitude Three Passes trek or adventurous Mera Peak expedition. And since 2015 marks a half-century since Major Jimmy Roberts organized the first commercial trek in Nepal, it might be time to dust off those trekking boots,” the guide book said.

“If you want something more authentic, tread the old-school approach routes to Everest from Jiri and Tumlingtar, along parts of the 1,700-km-long Great Himalaya Trail. Already popular, the trails to Everest are only going to get busier in future seasons. Why trek to Everest? Well, as Mallory famously quipped, ‘Because it’s there’.”

It said that this month’s tragic events in Annapurna which killed dozens of trekkers have pushed mountain safety to the top of the agenda. Extreme weather can occur in the Himalaya at any time, and it is essential to monitor local weather conditions and seek shelter if conditions deteriorate.

“On any trek, make sure you are properly equipped, inform people of where you are going and when you will be back, and seek local advice as you trek.”

With 60 flights arriving daily at Lukla airport in the peak season and 200 people queuing up to attempt Everest on a good day, overcrowding on the trails is an ever-pressing issue.

Finding a sustainable way to deal with the waste produced by so many trekkers and porters in such a remote region is a complex problem, though solar-powered technology is making a difference in many trekking lodges.

The book added, “Fans of the bizarre will want to hike up to Khumjung Monastery to get a peek at its yeti scalp. Nearby Pangboche Monastery had its famous yeti hand stolen in 1991, but a replica is now on display.

From this year, each Everest climber is required to carry 8 kg of waste off the mountain. It said that air safety in Nepal is another concern, after air crashes in 2010, 2011 and 2012 killed dozens of trekkers and Nepali staff en route to or from the region.

The Everest region receives around 36,000 trekkers and mountaineers annually. The local Sherpa people are what make trekking in the Everest region such a joy.

“Many of the lodges you stay in will be run by retired summiteers, and most families have at least one member employed as a climbing porter or trekking guide.”

Source: ekantipur

12 Reasons Nepal Should Go On Your Vacation Bucket List

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12 Reasons Nepal Should Go On Your Vacation Bucket List

1. The Annapurna Region
Nepal is home to the Annapurna Region which is known for having some of the world’s best trekking routes. There’s also the Lake City of Pokhara and shorter treks. The Annapurna Region compiles the wettest, driest, and windiest places in Nepal.

The Annapurna Region
2. The High Peaks
Seven of the world’s highest peaks are situated within Nepal. All of the peaks reach over 20,000 ft. You may not actually be on top of the world, but it will sure feel like you are.

The High Peaks
3. The Bird Watching
With over 856 known species, Nepal is a bird watcher’s paradise. That’s almost 10% of the world’s total bird population. Chances are you’ll see several birds during your stay.

The Bird Watching
4. The Multitude of Adventures
Nepal is the perfect destination for adventure seekers. They have mountaineering, trekking, rafting, wildlife safaris, hot air balloons, paragliding, bungee jumping, ultra lights, and more. Good luck choosing.

The Multitude Of Adventures
5. World Heritage Sites
Nepal is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites which further adds to the cultural charm. Make sure to check out the various temples, monasteries, inns, and more to experience Old World culture.

World Heritage Sites
6. Value for Money
Nepal is surprisingly affordable. This is particularly true if you compare Nepal’s hiking trails to others such as Kilimanjaro or the Inca Trail. With the food pricing, you could live off of about $10 a day. And you can find a decent, clean hotel room for about $18.50.

Value For Money
7. The Lakes
The various lakes of Nepal are known not only for their outstanding beauty but also for their spiritual importance. There are over 200 lakes in Nepal with glacier origin. Who needs the sea when you have all these lakes?

The Lakes
8. The Elevation Change
Nepal is the only country in the world where the elevation will change from 60 meters to over 8,000 meters above sea level. It’s quite the experience.

The Elevation Change
9. Diverse Cultures
Over 35 different ethnic groups call Nepal home. This means there are multiple religions, languages, musical influence, and foods. Nepal is a wonderful place to immerse you into different cultures and leave your comfort zone. And Nepal is the only place in the world where people worship the living goddess, Kumari.

Diverse Cultures
10. Nepalese Food
Although Nepalese dishes do result from heavy South Asian influences like China and India, the food is usually healthier with more lean meats and veggies. Other common ingredients include lentils, tomatoes, cumin, potatoes, yogurt, and garlic. And you can eat overlooking views like this!

Nepalese Food
11. Nepal’s Kathmandu Valley
The Kathmandu Valley is located in the foothills of the Himalayas and is composed of seven different “Monument Zones.” These zones include urban centers with palaces, temples, and the oldest known Buddhist monument thought to be built in the third century B.C.

Nepal’s Kathmandu Valley
12. The Serenity
Nepal has been regarded as a sacred place for hundreds of years. The tranquility of the area will have a positive effect on anyone that is able to experience it. The people, the buildings, and the land are all symbols of serenity. In Nepal, you can truly escape.

The Serenity

Source: buzzfeed.com

Tourists in Everest and Langtang

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The number of tourists visiting the Khumbu area of Solukhumbu district in Nepal has slightly gone down.A total of 35,245 tourists visited the Khumbu area in the fiscal year 2070-71 BS while it was 36,650 in the fiscal year 2069-70 BS.

Mt-Everest Base Camp

According to the Sagarmath National Park, Namche, the highest number of tourists from the third world countries visiting the areas was from Australia during the period. Similarly, the highest number Indian tourists from SAARC countries visited the area during the last fiscal year. Tourists from Maldives, Pakistan, Shree Lanka and Bangladesh also visited the Everest region.

Likewise, Langtang National Park in Nepal recorded more than a quarter of a million visitors. More than 260,000 tourists visited the mountainous Rasuwa district of Nepal since the establishment of Langtang National Park in 1975. The Langtang National Park is the fourth national park in Nepal and was established in 1975 as the first Himalayan national park.

According to the National Park Office, as many as 259, 887 tourists visited the Langtang, Gosainkunda and other tourism areas in the district.The National Park started keeping the records of the tourist arrivals since 1978 and collected revenue around Rs. 292 million so far.

langtang Base Camp Trek

Tourists from different 36 countries including the USA, Germany, Japan, Australia, Israel, and India have visited the district, informed the Park administration.

Khumbu and langtang region are most popular destinations for trekkers visiting Nepal.

Source: Travelbiznews

316 climbers set to climb Nepalese peak

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    This trek is the one of best views of annapurna range, nilgiri , Dhaulagiri , Tukuche peak , Dhampus peak , Hiunchuli ,Machhapuchhre , Gangapurna, Lamjung Himal other many more greatest views of mountains you never seen before.
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With the beginning of this year’s autumn, some three hundreds sixteen climbers from 32 countries have set out to scale 14 different peaks of Nepal.

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Tourism industry division under the Tourism Ministry informed that 316 mountaineers from 32 countries have obtained permit to climb mountains ranging from Arniko Chuli (6,039 m) to Mt Lhotse (8,516 m). Among the team 99 are female climbers and nine of them are expedition leaders. 42 expedition groups, have reportedly took part the Ministry’s briefing after obtaining climbing permits for the autumn season, multiple sources at the Ministry told.

Mt Manaslu (8,163 m) will host at least 162 climbers followed by 31 for Putha Hiuchuli (7,246 m). Peaks including Saribung (6,346 m), Arniko Chuli, Makalu–I (8,463 m), Gaugiri (6,110 m) and Mustang–I (6,195 m) will also witness climbers in the double digit this season.

Among mountaineers who attended the ministry’s briefing, 36 are French and 32 are Germany national, while 15 each are from United Kingdom and Austria. There are single climbers from Turkey, Singapore, Kyrgyzstan, Finland, Ireland and Kenya each in the expedition teams.

Mount_Everest

Stieb Ernst Axel from Germany, 74, is the oldest climber to obtain permit for Mt Himlung (7,126 m) while the youngest Japanese female climber Mishima Kaho, 21, is heading for Mt Gaugiri. Heather Belle Knight, 71, of Autralia is the oldest female climber who will make her bid on Mt Gaugiri.

The Ministry has garnered a total of 14 million rupees in revenue from the mountaineers this season.

Source : NepalMountainNews