Group 1: Industry Overview - The autumn climbing season in Nepal, from September to November, has seen 802 climbers obtain permits, with Chinese climbers being the largest group at 100 [1] - Nepal has approved climbers from over 70 countries to ascend 42 peaks, generating over 1.9 billion Nepalese Rupees (approximately 1.35 million USD), a year-on-year increase of 150% [1] - The climbing and trekking tourism sector is a vital pillar of Nepal's economy, contributing significant foreign exchange revenue, with an average foreign climber spending over 30,000 USD [1] Group 2: Environmental and Sustainability Challenges - Nepal faces environmental challenges due to increasing climbing numbers, including high-altitude waste, glacier melting, and ecological fragility [2] - The government has intensified regulations, including organizing waste cleanup initiatives and requiring climbing teams to bring back waste [2] - A sustainable tourism plan was launched in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme, focusing on improving infrastructure, enhancing talent training, and community employment [2]
尼泊尔发展可持续登山旅游
Ren Min Ri Bao·2025-10-21 21:56