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Blog - Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet

Trekking in Nepal

By Mountain Kingdoms - 3rd September 2014
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking

Trekking in Nepal

Few places can compete with a record-breaking attraction like Mount Everest, but Nepal can. There is actually so much more to trekking here than taking on the world’s highest mountain.... Read more

Happy New Year Nepal

By Mountain Kingdoms - 17th April 2014
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , The Himalaya

Happy New Year Nepal

This week marked the start of a new year for Nepal as the country welcomed in the year 2072 with celebrations and a new commitment to the environment. ... Read more

Mountain Kingdoms funds English lessons for Nepalese Sherpas

By Mountain Kingdoms - 13th March 2014
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , The Himalaya

Mountain Kingdoms funds English lessons for Nepalese Sherpas

Mountain Kingdoms donates £1,250 in 2014. The Fifth Guide's Refresher Training Course took place in Nepal at the start of this year. From January 26 to 08 February, twenty five... Read more

Bhutan: the greenest country on the planet

By Mountain Kingdoms - 10th March 2014
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , The Himalaya

Bhutan: the greenest country on the planet

Boasting timeless traditions, unique architecture and stunning Himalayan scenery, it’s not as if you needed another good reason to visit Bhutan, but there is one - Bhutan is the greenest country.... Read more

A guide to trekking in the Himalaya

A guide to trekking in the Himalaya

Cicerone has recently published a new guide – 'Trekking in the Himalaya'. The inspirational guide book describes twenty of the best treks in Nepal, Bhutan, India, Tibet and Pakistan.... Read more

Sherpa Customs and Etiquette

By Mountain Kingdoms - 13th June 2013
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , Ask an Expert , The Himalaya

Sherpa Customs and Etiquette

As regular readers of our blog will know, we've featured a number of different aspects of the fascinating cultures of the Himalaya, from Himalayan festivals to legends... Read more

The Monastery: Heart of the Sherpa Community

By Mountain Kingdoms - 22nd April 2013
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , The Himalaya , Cultural Experiences

The Monastery: Heart of the Sherpa Community

It’s often said that travel is more about the journey than the destination, and the rewards of Everest Base Camp trekking certainly include much more than reaching Base Camp itself... Read more

The Sherpa Culture Museum, Namche Bazaar

By Mountain Kingdoms - 14th March 2013
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , The Himalaya

The Sherpa Culture Museum, Namche Bazaar

Here on the Mountain Kingdoms blog, we like to share knowledge about the cultures of the Himalayan region so that those who set off on one of our treks – whether to Everest Base Camp or any of our other destinations... Read more

Culture On Your Tailor Made Holiday, Bhutan: Tigers Nest Monastery

By Jude Limburn - 19th February 2013
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , The Himalaya , Cultural Experiences

Culture On Your Tailor Made Holiday, Bhutan: Tigers Nest Monastery

A land as beautiful as it is mysterious, Bhutan holds some of the world’s finest and most unspoilt trekking country, making it perfect for adventure lovers. If you’ve got a yearning to visit, whether on one of our group holidays... Read more

Preparing For Your Mera Peak Expedition: Top Tips

By Mountain Kingdoms - 9th January 2013
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , Walking & Trekking , Ask an Expert , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking

Preparing For Your Mera Peak Expedition: Top Tips

What makes for a successful Mera Peak expedition? At 6,476 metres, Nepal’s highest trekking peak is one of the region’s most rewarding challenges. While the ascent to the summit is not technically difficult, it presents a ... Read more

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