The End of an Era? New Regs May Ban Unsupported Climbers on Everest
A new regulation may ban independent climbers on all Nepal's 8,000m peaks, including Everest. As of this fall, everyone must ...
Three books capture the stories of mountaineering’s tragic past and lucrative present
It comes as something of a surprise that the history of a pursuit that seems to uniquely combine risk and vanity should be so ...
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We were five Americans, our guide Sunil and six Sherpa porters. Our trek was from Lukla, Nepal to Mount Everest base camp.
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Reasons to Choose the Everest, Annapurna Circuit , and Manaslu Circuit Treks in Nepal
Nepal is home to many of the most glowing touring courses in the world. Among these, the Everest Base Camp trip, Annapurna Circuit trip, and Manaslu Circuit trip stand out as the most current and ...
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New Rules on Everest: Officials May Ban Unsupported Attempts and Require Guides
New rules from the Nepali government not only increase fees for Everest climbers — they may also require a guide for anyone ...
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I need a sherpa.
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UML MP urges dialogue on Pathibhara Cable Car dispute
KATHMANDU, Jan 29: CPN-UML lawmaker Yogesh Bhattarai released a 19-point statement on the Pathibhara Cable Car construction ...
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Museum hotel to reflect Nepal’s cultural, ethnic diversity
The hotel will consist of floors dedicated to ethnic groups from the three regions ... "Men and women clad in Newar, Tharu, Gurung, and Sherpa attires will welcome the guests. We will build a room ...