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Helambu, about 75 kms north of Kathmandu is an area inhabited by Sherpas.
The Helambu region can be incorporated into the Langtang trek, either via Gosainkund or across the 5106 meters Ganja La. In winter, both of the high routes from Langtang are usually snow covered and dangerous, which makes it difficult or impossible
at these times. The Helambu trek is popular because it is short
trek, easily accessible from Kathmandu, at relatively
low altitudes (below 3500 m) making it feasible
throughout the winter. The language, culture and dress of the Helambu Sherpas are very different from the Solu Khumbu Sherpas
which makes the region interesting from a cultural point
of view as well. |
