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upper khumbu

[edit] Overview

Upper Khumbu. The national park is named after the world heighest mountain Sagaramatha (Everest). It is famous for Musk Deer and is home to hundreds of birds, flowers, wild animals and traditional ethenic people

[edit] Birds

[edit] Notable Species

Over 118 bird species can be seen in the park, amongst them are Himalayan Monal Blood Pheasant, Red-billed Chough, and Yellow-billed Chough. ¹

[edit] Rarities

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Birds you can see here include:

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[edit] Other Wildlife

Mammals in the park include Himalayan Tahr, Musk Deer, Himalayan Black Bear, Common Langur, Jackal, Weasel, Marten, and the Himalayan Mousehare (Pika). ¹

[edit] Site Information

[edit] History and Use

The national park was expanded in 2005 to include Lukla, this is located in the Himalaya region.

[edit] Areas of Interest

Spectacular mountain views of Mount Everest can be seen at Tengboche Gomba. ³

[edit] Access and Facilities

Not the easiest place to visit! One of several alternatives is to fly to Lukla then walk for two days. Other alternatives available on the website. ²

There is a visitor centre at Namche Bazar (the park's headquarters) ³

[edit] Contact Details

Park Headquarters, Mandalphu Namche Bazar Phone: (038) 40114

[edit] References

1. Fauna at Sagaramatha National Park
2. How to get to Sagaramatha National Park
3. Places of Interest at Sagaramatha National Park

[edit] External Links

Sagaramatha National Park on Unesco website

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