Sagarmatha National Park

Sagarmatha National Park, established in 1976, is a protected area in Nepal encompassing Mount Everest and its surrounding valleys. It was designated a World Heritage site in 1979. The park features rhododendron, birch, and pine forests below the tree line, with alpine vegetation extending to the glaciers above.1

Unfortunately, the park has faced environmental challenges due to the actions of mountaineers and livestock grazing, impacting wildlife such as snow leopards and various bird species. Efforts have been made to address these issues through reforestation programs and the removal of litter and equipment left by climbers. However, the bodies of many climbers who have died on Everest remain on the mountain due to accessibility and weight challenges.1