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      Nepal
    • Abstract:
      The Sherpa people are an ethnic group in Nepal known for their mountaineering and trekking skills in the Himalayan mountains. Sherpas have a deep respect for the mountain terrain they call home and view the mountains as sacred. They also have a rich cultural heritage that reflects their beliefs in family, hospitality, kindness, and consideration for the natural world. However, since tourism to the region around Mount Everest became popular in the twentieth century, they have served as guides, porters, and protectors of Mount Everest and the surrounding areas.