Sherpas of Helambu
May 27th, 2010 | Comments: none
Posted in: ethnic groups of Nepal
Tarkeghyang and the Sherpa's of Helambu
We’re waiting on someone to provide us with an article which explains the differences between the Sherpa’s of Solokhumbu and the sherpas of other regions, namely Langtang, Helambu and Rolwaling. The geography of Nepal is such that once members of an ethnic group have migrated over into another valley system, after time even the dialect that they speak can change.
Meanwhile, a quote from a Canadian traveller:
In the Himalayan valleys of Nepal live a self-reliant people unlike any others I have encountered. They help Westerners who come in search of high altitude adventure to feel welcome. They seem to rise above hardship. Their quiet nobility literally embraces travellers who journey there. When I trekked in the Helambu region north of Kathmandu, their hospitality was simple, gracious and oh so appreciated.
More information coming soon about the sherpa’s of Helambu, who even have their own Hyolmo marathon event.
Tags: ethnic groups, Helambu, Hyolmo, Sherpa, tarkegyang
