Darchula mountain tourism through Api Himal Festival
Summary
A three-day tourism festival has begun at Api Himal base camp in Darchula to promote mountain tourism, local culture and environmental conservation. The programme includes cultural processions, sports events, yoga, climate dialogue and performances by local and national artists.
Key Points
- A three-day tourism festival is underway at Pilkand, the base camp of Api Himal in Darchula district.
- The event is organized by Api Himal Rural Municipality to promote tourism, local culture and indigenous traditions.
- The programme includes cultural shows, volleyball and cricket matches, artist performances, yoga, meditation and a climate dialogue.
- Organisers hope the festival will boost recognition of Api Himal, local products and conservation efforts nationally and internationally.
