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All over the world people have been knowing the Nepal country with the Mt. Everest (Top of the world: 8848m). The Nepali name of Everest is Sagarmatha ("Brow of the Ocean"). The Sherpa name is Chumolungma ("Mother Goddess of the word"). The Everest region is the main trekking destination in the Khumbu region which is situated northeast of Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. This area is a save place for trekking. Khumbu is a part of Solukhumbhu, the home of the legendary Sherpas.

Why people come to Nepal and choose the Everest region as their favourite trekking destination?
The tourists will find unexpected natural fact of Nepal Himalaya. This region is attracting a lot of trekkers every year. Along the route nature lovers can discover an unexpected variety of flora and fauna. This region offers to its visitors an amazing landscape in the midst of Mt. Everest, Nuptse (third highest peak of Nepal), Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Makalu, Island Peak, Cho-Oyu, Mt. Pumori, Thamserku, Touche Peak and the Gokyo Lakes.

Everest (Sagarmatha) National Park The Everest (Sagarmatha) National Park is located in the northern part of Solukhumbu district. The park was established to protect the fragil environment of this alpine region. To the east of Sagarmatha National Park is the Makalu Barun National Park, a remote and wild stretch of mountain peaks and deep densely forested valleys. Treks in the area Lukla - Everest Base Camp Lukla - Everest Base Camp - Chola Pass - Gokyo

Gokyo Valley The Gokyo Valley is located in the western part of Khumbu and it is far less developed and crowded than its better known neighbour to the east. Gokyo valley has a permanent settlement and the local people are living in their traditional way. Lukla - Gokyo Trek Teahouse Trek Lukla - Gokyo Trek: Gokyo and its lakes have a impressing scenery. The area is attracting a lot of foreign visitors every year. Gokyo is situated northwest from Namche Bazaar in western Khumbu. It is far less developed and crowded than the better known Everest area to the east. Along the trails you can enjoy the world's highest mountains.

Gokyo - Gokyo Ri (4790 m)

People and culture Sherpas are main ethnic group for this region who are living around Khumbu. They have their own culture. Sherpa people are wearing a traditional dress within their community which is surrounded by monasteries. Some other ethnic groups , e.g. Raj, Tamang, Braman and Chhettri, are living in this area. Flora and Fauna The flora and fauna who will be found in this region, is depending on the altitude. From 3500m to 4000 m there are a dense forests with pines, oaks and the spectacular blooming rhododendrons. During spring time all the hills are covered with rhododendron flowers in different colours. The wildlife in the Everest region is dominated by a lot of species of birds. Sometimes trekkers can see a musk deer or a Himalaya Tahr and hear a roaring deer.

Laligoras (Rhododendron barbatum)

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