History of Everest Base Camp Trek and Top Things to do

Form years Everest has allured thousands of adventure seekers worldwide to explore the mystery of Himalayan grandeur. People have walked distant miles just to see the glimpse of mighty Everest & discover what makes it so special. To savour the iconic history & chase down the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary remains as one of the prime objectives for globetrotters around the world.

History

Everest base camp is the place where you end your ascent while it's a place of assault for high altitude climbers. whatever it is, Everest base camp carries long mountaineering history. To spice you up here are some interesting facts discovered on Everest base camp

• When the duo Tenzing Norgay & Hillary did impossible, Everest Base Camp was just a glacial moraine on the top of dry ice.
• In 1950, Everest Base Camp was considered as Holy land By Sherpas. Everest region is Also known as Heartland of Sherpa.
• The local name of Mt Everest is Sagarmatha- Mother of Goddess often called as Chomolangma- a Tibetan name which means "Saint mother"
• On peak climbing season there is high tech media centre at Base Camp
• The British DJ Paul Oakenfold held a party for 100 climbers, world's most expensive party on Earth
• On March 16, 2017. James and Ashley
married at Mt. Everest Base Camp (EBC) and became the first couple to exchange vows in a wedding dress and tux, photographed by Charleton Churchill- adventure wedding photographer

Top Things To Do During Everest Base Camp

Like we said trekking to Everest base camp is close to Indiana jones adventure-on every new place you step on, you will see something delightful. Here are the top things to do during this Everest trekking.

• Eat a delicious apple pie at Tengboche cafe, stood out to be the best apple pie in entire Khumbu valley.
• Put your country flag at the top of Kala Patthar, a famous vantage point
• Purchase a blessing scarf & tie it on the suspension bridge you pass by
• On reaching Everest view Hotel, Grab yourself tea or coffee & enjoy the stunning view of Mt.Everest
• Take a visit to Cafe Danphe Bar- its fun
• Explore sherpa museum
• Catch everyday documentary on Sherpa at 3: clock in Namche- Cafe 8848 Or Danphe Bar
• Visit newly opened wafers shop in Namche Bazaar, Hot Belgium wafers is so delicious.
• Starbucks at Lukla! Yeah, you heard it try unofficial Starbucks at Starbucks Coffee Lukla.
• Write your name On stones at Everest Base Camp for your recollection
• Travel responsible, dispose waste in proper dumping site

So willing to unlock your adventure to the heart of Sherpaland? be sure to put Everest on your bucket list.

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What to expect

No doubt, Everest Base Camp is always the trend. Even though, you might have to worry about the accommodation along the trail. It’s fair to say that the accommodation doesn’t match up to the international standard. There are lodges at least every hour along the main route to stay overnight, but still, you will be needing a sleeping bag to stay warm during the night. Here’s what to expect if you’re planning on trekking to Everest Base Camp.

• Flight delay due to weather conditions
• Flight to the world’s most dangerous airport
• Health & altitude sickness
• Fee for charging your cell phone or camera batteries
• Internet fee on an hourly basis
• Fee for hot showers

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