Sagarmatha National Park Flashcards
What does “Sagarmatha” mean, and what notable feature does the park contain?
“Sagarmatha” means “the forehead in the sky.” The park contains Mt. Everest, which is 8849m high.
How long are the Himalayas, and how many countries do they run through?
The Himalayas are 2400km long and run through 6 Asian countries.
Who were the first individuals to reach the summit of Mt. Everest, and in what year did they achieve this feat?
The first individuals to reach the summit of Mt. Everest were Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay in 1953.
What percentage of people in Nepal live below the poverty line, and how many Sherpa people live in Sagarmatha National Park?
¼ of people in Nepal live below the poverty line, and 6000 Sherpa people live in Sagarmatha National Park.
When was Sagarmatha National Park created, and when was it made a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Sagarmatha National Park was created in 1976 and made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the same year.
How many people visit Sagarmatha National Park annually, and how many people attempt to reach the summit of Mt. Everest each year?
The park attracts 100,000 people per year, and 600 people attempt to reach the summit of Mt. Everest annually.
What environmental issues are associated with tourism and mountaineering in the Sagarmatha National Park?
Environmental issues associated with tourism and mountaineering in the region include the accumulation of waste, empty oxygen canisters, abandoned tents, and human waste on the summit. Mountain communities are at risk of waterborne diseases such as cholera and hepatitis A.
What efforts have been made to address the environmental impact of tourism and mountaineering in Sagarmatha National Park?
Efforts to address environmental impact include the Nepali government’s campaign to clear 10,000kg of rubbish from the mountain, requiring climbers to bring back 8kg of rubbish or lose their $4000 deposit.
The establishment of the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee by local Sherpa people.
Additionally, the Mount Everest Biogas project aims to build a solar-powered system to turn human waste into fuel for local communities.
What are the main threats to Sagarmatha National Park?
The main threats to the park include tourism, climate change, avalanches, deforestation, and landslides.
