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Trekking in Nepal |
 Trekking means walking along mountain trails for pleasure. It
provides an opportunity to explore the villages, villagers,
valleys, mountains and its interior and maximum enjoyment in
minimum discomfort. Nepal is blessed with all the components
necessary to be called the most marvelous and impressive country
for the trekkers. No other countries in this world can compete
with trekking in Nepal. Trekking is more a gradual experience of
Nepal’s diversity in terms of geography, people, religions and
cultures. Walking is the only way to see Nepal in its wholeness,
to be in contact with the wild and dramatic landscapes and the
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Major Trekking Routes in Nepal |
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Everest Region
Everest is the top of the world with its summit piercing
the sky at 8848m Popularly known in Nepal as the Third
Pole , it casts a mysterious spell on thousands of
intrepid mountaineers and trekkers. It has been long
cherished dream of people all over the world just to
have a glimpse of Mt. Everest . Mt. Everest makes a
number of headlines in the world-wide media
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Annapurna Region
Annapurna is a conservation area in the western part of
Nepal with a number of trekking options. It is
considered one of the ten most fascinating trekking
routes in the world. It is characterized by blend of
Tibetan Buddhism and Hindu cultures, ancient
monasteries, charming views of Manaslu, Annapurna and
Dhaulagiri ranges, the deepest gorge in the
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Langtang Region
The Langtang region which falls in the central Nepal, is
very easily accessible from Kathmandu. Langtang is a
narrow valley that lies just south of the Tibetan border
Kyirong. This high and isolated region is inhabited by
Tamangs whose religious practices, language and dress
are much more similar to those of Tibet than to the
traditions of their cousins in the middle
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Restricted Area
These trekking areas are different in many aspects from
ordinary ones. Trekkers need to acquire special permits
which costs more than normal charges. Trekkers must be
part of an organized group with a registered trekking
agency. The group must be accompanied by
government-appointed Liaison Officer. Groups must
consist of a minimum of 2 clients plus
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Off The Beaten Track
Some areas in Nepal have only recently become known to
Tourists and development is still in its infancy.
Nevertheless, these areas have many things to offer
Trekkers - both equally beautiful scenery compared to
better known areas and culture that is more intact and
less affected by Tourism development - therefore, more
authentic. Exploring less trodden paths gives
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[January
25, 2009]