Nepal is full of landscapes and natural beauties. You can never get enough of the Himalayas, glaciers, lakes, forests. Nepal is home to one of the highest mountains in the world, Mount Everest, and has always been a favorite among hikers and adventurers. The only name that surpasses most of the territories of Nepal is the Everest region.
The Everest region is one of the most famous and best destinations for Everest trekking, climbing and expeditions. The region also has a special combination of nature and culture. It has a phenomenal view of the lush jungle of oaks, pines and the unique cultures and traditions of the people.
The Everest region may be famous for Mount Everest, but there is more to it than that. The territory is home to rare species of flora and fauna. The stunning views of the mountains, glaciers, landscapes-all this adds to the importance of the Everest region. The Himalayan breeze and the spectacular mountain views will always keep you entertained.
Anyway, here are the top 7 reasons why you should go on an Everest expedition:
Bazaar of Namche
Namche bazaar is a beautiful small town in the Khumbu region at an altitude of 3500 meters. It is the gateway to Mount Everest and various other Himalayas like Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, ama Dablam, etc.La The city is a trading point, which is home to many sherpas. There are hotels, restaurants, wellness centers and many other facilities. Other sherpas villages like Thame, Khumjung are just a few hours walk away if you like. The peculiarity of this city is homemade yak cheese and butter, except that you can find Tibetan crafts, souvenirs, equipment and trekking equipment. The average temperature in this place is 6.1 degrees Celsius with cool, humid summers and dry winters. The famous festival celebrated at the namche Bazaar is the Dumjee festival. The Dumjee festival features impressive lama dances and traditional dishes.
Renovated Tyangboche Monastery, Monastery
The Tengboche Monastery, one of the famous monasteries of Nepal, stands in front of the Almighty Mountain Ama Dablam. It is the largest monastery in the entire Khumbu region. The monastery dates back to 1916, when it was founded, but was completed after reconstruction by the earthquake of 1934. It is one of the spiritual sites that has a rich culture and traditions of indigenous peoples. It is believed that the sherpas settled here about six hundred years ago and inhabited this region. The monastery reflects the cultures, festivals, pride and traditions of Sherpa. The monastery offers a breathtaking view of Everest, Lhotse and, of course, the Himalayan ama Dablam. Apart from that, you will find forests full of pine trees, colorful rhododendrons surrounding the gompa itself. The monastery is the gateway to Everest base camp, which is also one of the famous trekking destinations and is known all over the world.
Gokyo Valley
The Gokyo Valley is located to the west of the Khumbu region and is one of the most important parts of the Everest expedition. It is probably the most picturesque valley of Nepal. Rhododendron and oak forests on the process will please you with their beauty. Here in the valley is the highest freshwater lake in the world, Lake Gokyo. The Gokyo Valley has diverse landscapes and many Himalayan glaciers. Mount kyojo Ri, the indeterminate mountain, can be seen directly opposite Lake Gokyo. While Mount Cho OYO (8153 m) is visible north of Gokyo. There are many great views that you can see around the valley. And the popular one can be observed from a ridge in the north-west, which is 2-3 hours away. From this place you can enjoy spectacular views from Cho Oyo over Everest to Makalu. Most visitors believe that the view is one of the best that Nepal has to offer.
The Festival of Mani Rimdu
After the full moon in autumn, the 19-day Mani Rimdu festival in the Himalayas begins. The festival is celebrated by local sherpas for their health, wealth and long life. People gather in one of the oldest monasteries of Tengboche to celebrate the spiritual festival. Outside the Tengboche Monastery, it is celebrated in other monasteries such as Thame and chiwong of Solukhumbu. Lamas (Buddhist monks) and sherpas gather to celebrate and pray Guru Rinpoche Padmasambhava. The festival includes dances of masked monks and another tantric celebration, which is really fascinating to watch. The big show attracts hundreds of sherpas and tourists to the Khumbu region every year. The festival falls under the autumn season, which is also a great time to see the magnificent mountains.
Sherpas that warm the Heart
Of 59 indigenous peoples, Sherpa belongs to them and lives mainly in the Everest region. Simple, innocent and cordial sherpas are the people of the Everest region. These are the people who will surprise you with a friendly smile and hospitality. They are the most hardworking people, but usually they are happy and optimistic people. Other well-known facts of the sherpas are that they are one of the best mountaineers in the world. Sherpas are also one of the best guides if you need to visit the Everest region. Other fascinating things about sherpas are their unique way of life and cultures. Sherpas are mainly engaged in trade, while some are guides, farmers, porters and mountaineers. They mainly wear clothes like a typical Tibetan would wear. People follow the Buddhist culture, celebrations, customs, so if you are a guest for them, they will greet you with khadas (headscarf). These people worship mountains, lakes, forests as gods and spiritual deities.
