Courtesy in Khumbu
Religious:
According to the customs of respect in Tibetan Buddhism (which most Sherpas adhere), always pass mani stones and other religious objects with your right side nearest to the object and circumambulate stupas and turn prayer wheels in a clockwise direction. Never sit on mani stones, stupas or religious objects.
Environmental:
Due to the sheer amount of trekkers passing through this valley, the eco structure is under severe strain. Therefore, it is important for visitors to be as sensitive to their surroundings as possible. Obviously, wild life and forna should not be disturbed, but in addition, trekkers can help by not leaving any kind of non-biodegradable material in Khumbu, but instead take it back to Kathmandu for disposal. Furthermore, boiled water can be purchased at all lodges, so bringing a personal container avoids the need to purchase bottled water - which anyway is very expensive. Wood for fires should be used sparingly, and not at all when possible. Also try to limit dependence on canned foods, but instead order meals made from local produce, such as rikikul (potato pancakes) and dishes made of yak cheese. 'Take only photographs, leave only footprints' should be the mantra of every trekker in the Khumbu area. See article Leave-no-trace camping
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The Most Frequently Asked Travel Questions about Khumbu
