Punam Phuyal
Pangboche is a beautiful settlement between Tengboche and Dingboche villages in the Everest region. It is en route to the Everest Base Camp trek, which is popular for accommodation after an adventurous trek from Namche.
Pangboche, Nepal, is located at an altitude of 3985 m/ 13074.15 feet above sea level. We can explore the great view of mountains and alpine pastures during the trek from Namche to Pangboche. The prominent view of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Mount Everest, Thamserkhu and Khangtega are brilliant to explore.
The Pangboche monastery is the oldest monastery at an altitude of 3985 m above sea level. It is historical monument of 16th century. It is a landmark reflecting past history of the Khumbu region.
Pangboche village elevation is 3985 m above sea level. It is one of the highest settlements in the Khumbu region that remains working throughout the year. The tea houses in Pangboche provides best accommodation for trekking and climber trek in heading from Namche or Tengboche.
The presence of Yeti scalp and hand in Pangboche Monastery has given different identity for Pangboche. Most of trekkers wants to view the Yeti scalp while the Yeti hand was stolen in 1990 AD. The mysterious yeti scalp one the attraction of this village.
Pangboche is the gateway to Ama Dablam base camp. It is the last settlement before reaching the Ama Dablam base camp. The climber and expedition team collect their equipment in Pangboche.
Pangboche is a Sherpa village where we can interact with the Sherpa culture and people. We can visualize Sherpa tradition, taste the Sherpa’s food and enjoy their hospitality.
Pangboche is promoting eco-tourism by conserving its landscape and endangered species snow leopard, musk deer and Himalayan thar. The well-managed accommodation and services attract tourism in the Everest region.
The spring and autumn months are the best time to visit Pangboche. The pleasant weather in March, April, May, September, October and November lets us enjoy the mesmerizing view of mountains and Pangboche landscape.
Pangboche weather remains pleasant in March, April, May, September, October and November. The cloudy weather in monsoon and foggy weather in winter do not support the mountain view from Pangboche.
We can reach Pangboche by trekking from Lukla or a helicopter tour from Lukla. It takes four days to reach Pangboche from Lukla.
Yes, there are medical facilities in Pangboche. We can get basic medical services in old clinic and some tea houses of the village. We cannot expect medicals with full services in the village due to its elevation.
Pangboche is the selected accommodation site during the Everest expedition. Most of the trekkers choose the fourth day of the EBC trek for an overnight stay. We can explore the breathtaking view of mountains and alpine landscape from Pangboche.
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