Annapurna Region Trekking

The Annapurna ACAP FACT SHEET : Annapurna Region Trekking

Annapurna Region Trekking. The legendary Annapurna region is the most diverse and popular trekking area in Nepal. From the full three-week Mt.Annapurna Circuit, there’s trek suitable for everyone here. Moreover, it stretches into the historic Mustang region to short three-day treks. In addition, Comparable to the Everest region, another very popular trekking destination is the area around the Annapurna massif. – See more at: www.gurlamandatatrekking.com

Therefore, total area is 7629 sq km. The population of that area is 100,000.   There are 1,29,964 (2015) No. of international trekkers. Also, major Ethnic Groups : Gurung , Magar, Tibetan. In addition, Thakali, Rai limbu etc. Highest elevation : 8091 m Mt. ANNAPURNA I )Major rivers , Marshyangdi, Kali Gandaki , Seti , Madi , Modi , Mardi . Also, Major Destination -Ghandruk, Ghorepani. Annapurna Bass camp, Annapurna Circuit, Jomsom, Muktinath, and Manang also.

Special Destination- Ghalekharka – Siklis Eco trek , Tilicho Lake, Nar and phu and Upper Mustang. Highest and Biggest Lake-Tilicho Lake (4919m).Highest Pass- Thorang Pass (5416m),Manang .Bio Climatic Zone, Tropical to Alpine. Pheasants – Supports all 6 species of pheasants (Danphe, Munal, Kaliz, Cheer, koklass , and Blood pheasants). Economy-Agriculture ,Animal Husbandry,  Seasonal . Migration (Trade and Labour) Tourism and Services in the Army. Issues of concern- High dependency on Natural Resources,   Deforestation Equitable share of tourism benefit, Poverty , Cultural erosion ,Hunting and Poaching . face book