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Hero of rescue: Lakpa Norbu

Lakpa Norbu Sherpa, who climbed to Khumbu carrying a heavy book at the age of going to school, has been active in rescue work by hanging himself in a helicopter in the Himalayan region for 17 years. Helicopters have been landing and taking off at the base camp since morning during the Everest ascent. Lakpa Norbu Sherpa has been busy flying and landing helicopters called 'Mountain Taxis' since morning. Three satellite sets hang around his waist. Sometimes talking to the pilot of the helicopter and sometimes talking to the climbers in the upper camps. In Mt. Everest and most of the surrounding mountains, the news comes to his set before anyone is at risk, sick or injured.  Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Village Municipality-1, Khari Khola He is a famous 'helicopter rescue expert' working in the Himalayan region. He spends about 75 days at the Everest base camp each year during the climbing season. If we add up the time he spent in the base camp for the last 17 years, it is about 1,2

Lukla Airport: Why is this airport located in the lap of Mount Everest considered scary ?

What is the geography like ? Lukla Airport has been in operation since 1971. It was later renamed Tenzing-Hillary Airport in honor of Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Sir Edmund Hillary. It is 2800 meters above sea level. According to the Civil Aviation Authority, it is 527 meters long and 20 meters wide, which is shorter than other airports. As there is a short runway, ‘overshoot’ is not possible there. Experts say that it would be difficult to land the same flight. How is it different from others ? Experts say that if the landing is not considered safe in the final case, the airport should have a place where the aircraft can be flown straight ahead or left or right. ‘Overshoot’ is considered to be the general standard required for an airport. But Lukla has not reached that standard. Due to the short runway, the airport has been constructed in a different way to speed up the flight and stop the landing. Its lower part and upper part are at an angle of about 12 degrees. It makes a difference

The story of the highest peak - this is how to climb Mount Everest

Climbing the world's highest peak, Mount Everest, has been a matter of great prestige for mountaineers around the world. Hundreds of foreign climbers come to Nepal every season to climb Mt. Everest at great risk. Photo by googel. We have prepared this article to satisfy the curiosity of many Nepalis about how to climb Mt. Everest. From day one, we have tried to provide information about the time and place to reach the summit of Mount Everest. Day 1: Fakding hiding from Kathmandu Fakding can be reached after a three-hour flight from Kathmandu to Lukla Airport at an altitude of 2,800 meters. There are two-star hotels or lodges in Fakding and you can start your journey by kissing Mt. Everest on the first day. Day 2 and 3 : Namche from Fakding Climbers should start walking to Namche Bazaar after having breakfast in Fakding. Namche Bazaar, located at an altitude of 3,440 meters, is the gateway to the Everest Peak and Everest National Park. There is food and snacks along the way while en

Deserted Mount Everest, many names and history of climbing

The first attempt to climb the world's highest peak, Mount Everest, was made in 1921 by Lieutenant Colonel Charles Howard Barry of the British Army. Especially in 1855, when the height of the mountain was discovered to be 8,040 meters, British and other European climbers began expeditions to conquer the mountain. Even though the real and special name of Everest from the beginning was Chomolungma, yes, it was known by more than one and a half dozen names including Devdhunga, Bhairavnath, Chari Lameni, Mitiguti, Third-Pole, The Goddess Mother of the Earth, Cha-Po-Lungma. Since Nepal was not allowed to climb Mt. Everest at that time, the British team first climbed Mt. Everest in 1921 after getting permission from the 13th Dalai Lama of Tibet in 1920. Thus, between 1921-38, Mount Everest was climbed twice and Rekhi (measurement) was done. Team member Dr. AM Callus died. In 2020, Nepal and China measured the height of Mount Everest by 86 centimeters. Now the height of Everest is 8848.86

Nepal’s tourism sector most affected by corona virus ?

Although only one person in Nepal has been infected with the corona virus so far, the mountaineering, trekking and hotel business, which is dependent on foreign tourists, has been affected. The government has said it will open for mountaineering in the coming spring, including Mount Everest. Although the government has not imposed a direct ban on pedestrians, pedestrians are required to submit a health certificate and be allowed to walk after being isolated for 14 days. Photo by Googel. China is a major source of tourism in Nepal. The corona virus was first reported in China and another source in India. Badly affected. Nepal has declared 2020 as the International Year of Tourism and started a campaign to attract 2 million foreign tourists.Even major tourist destinations, such as North America and Europe, are struggling with the epidemic. Many countries have called for a citywide lockdown and social distance from meetings and gatherings. Although the impact of COVID-19 is global and mul

Nepal's pride enhanced by the additional height of Mount Everest.

Nepal is a landlocked country located in South Asia. As India lies between two big neighbors, India and China, this country has its own significance. Despite being a small country, Nepal has been able to attract the attention of the world due to its various unique attractions. Its total area is only 1,17,141 sq km. It is 885 km long and 193 km wide. It is 0.03 percent of the world's land area and only 3.3 percent of Asia's. Photo by Googel. Studying only this geographical location, Nepal seems to be nothing. To be This alone does not make Nepal important in the world. However, even though it is a small country, its location, natural heritage, natural heritage, cultural, religious heritage, peace envoy Gautam Buddha, the world's highest high Mount Everest have been able to introduce Nepal to the world. In this short article, it is not possible to shed light on the different climates, natural beauty, natural resources, human behavior, costumes, customs, festivals, castes foun

Facts you need to know about Mount Everest

It has been 60 years since Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgesserpa successfully climbed Mt. Everest. Hundreds of people have reached the summit of Mount Everest in the last 60 years. Photo: Google. Everest is in our country. However, we are not able to go there even if we want to and we do not know various facts about it. We have presented some interesting facts about Mt. Everest here on the occasion of the Diamond Jubilee of Mt. Everest. - Breathing at the highest point of Mt. Everest is one third more oxygen than other normal conditions. This is due to air pressure. - At least one climber has died on Mount Everest every year since 1969. But in 1977, no one was killed on Mount Everest. - Edmund Hillary's son Peter has climbed Mt. Everest five times. - Tenzing Norgay Sherpa had attempted to climb Mt. Everest six times before reaching the summit for the first time with Edmund Hillary. - 1996 became the deadliest year for Everest climbers. That year, 15 people lost their lives on Moun