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Trekking in Nepal >> Annapurna Region Trekking >> Annapurna Base Camp (Sanctuary) Trek -
The
Annapurna Base Camp trek is also known as Annapurna Sanctuary trek and
is regarded as a truly classic trek. You will hike amidst some of the
highest and most spectacular mountains in the world such as the famous
fishtail peak of Machapuchare as well as Annapurna I and lll, Annapurna
South, Gangapurna, Hiunchuli and Glacier Dome. Our trek begins in the
terraced foothills close to Pokhara where we hike up the panoramic Ghorepani-Chomrong-Dhampus
Ridge. After two days we arrive at Ghorepani and make an early morning
ascent of Poon Hill to see the spectacular sunrise over the Himalaya.
During our trek we pass through the Gurung villages of Chomrong and
Landrung and climb high above the Modi Khola River, through the ''gates''
of the Sanctuary. Once inside, we are afforded incredible views of the
mountains from Machupuchare base camp (3,700m) and Annapurna base camp
(4,130m) where we will spend a day. After this we begin our descent
to Pokhara via Dhampus..It leads to a natural amphitheater that is used
as the base camp from which climbers start on their way to conquer the
Annapurna Mountaintop. The mountain reaches 8091 meters above sea level,
and the base camp's altitude is 4130 meters above sea level.
Annapurna Sanctuary treks is considered to be best way to explore.Annapurna himalayan from both sides as well as perfect destination in Annapurna region as there is a pick from Annapurna Base camp "tend peak" and "Hiunchuli peak" for more adventure Trekker,furthermore,once can enjoy the natural hot spring on the trekking as well.
When you trek in the Annapurna region you will see many fascinating
ways of life and ancient cultural and religious sites and activities.
The culture of the Annapurna region stems from its peoples, their ancestral
origin, and their religions. The people of this region migrated here
from Tibet in times long ago. They arrived at different times from different
regions, bring different religions. There are at least 3 main groups
and 3 separate religions. These peoples and religions coexist for the
most part happily.
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