Nepal has also proposed making it mandatory for climbers attempting Mt Everest to first scale at least one 7000-metre peak. The proposal is part of an amendment to the Tourism Act
Nepal has proposed making it mandatory for those attempting Everest to first scale at least one 7000-metre peak. REPRESENTATION PIC/ISTOCK
Nepal has opened nearly 100 peaks in its remote western region for free climbing to boost mountain tourism, according to officials.
In a bid to attract climbers to less-visited areas, Nepal has waived the royalty for 97 peaks in Karnali and Sudurpashchim provinces for two years.
These mountains, ranging from 5870 metres to 7132 metres in altitude, are expected to draw tourists to areas with limited economic activity.
Nepal has also proposed making it mandatory for climbers attempting Mt Everest to first scale at least one 7000-metre peak. The proposal is part of an amendment to the Tourism Act.
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