Nepal waives climbing fees for 97 mountain peaks
Summary
Nepal has waived climbing fees for 97 mountain peaks in the western Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces to encourage tourism in lesser-known areas and boost local economies.
Key Points
- Nepal has waived climbing fees for 97 mountain peaks ranging from 5,870 to 7,132 metres to promote lesser-known mountains.
- The waived permits target mountains in the western Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces.
- The move aims to boost local economies by attracting climbers to remote areas with tourism potential.
- Nepal's tourism experts emphasize the need for developing infrastructure and manpower to support expeditions in these remote regions.
