Kamikaze Canuck

 

 

In a few short days, Meg and I will once again be jetsetting to the wonderful continent of Asia. This time our destination is the trekking mecca of Nepal.

Nepal is about the size of the state of New York and has approximately the same population as Canada.

Nepal is home to 8 of the tallest 10 mountains in the world. Our hike will center around #10 Annapurna.

Nepal is the only country in the world to have a non-quadrilateral flag.

Nepal is the birthplace of Buddha. Yes, Buddha was an actual person. Born circa 500 B.C.. Despite Buddha being born in Nepal, 82% of Nepal's population is Hindu (Buddhism is the second most popular religion at around 11%.)

Nepal is home to the famed “Sherpas” . An ethnic group from high in the Eastern Mountains of Nepal. Due to genetics and upbringing, Sherpas do not suffer the negative affects of altitude like others due – Hence why they are mostly employed as porters in Nepal.

We will be flying into the capital city of Kathmandu (3 million people) on March 23rd and spending a few days taking in the sights before taking a bus East to Pokhara where we will be preparing for a 10 day hike in the Himalayas.

 

Well, I think that about does it.

This blog post is as finished as Alison Redfords run as Premier.

Sorry. Low blow.