Why Annapurna Base Camp Trek Is Also Called The Annapurna Sanctuary Trek?

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Annapurna Base Camp Trek also popularly called the ABC Trek is quite popular among the trekkers visiting Nepal. The trek is also called the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek as it gives the travelers a chance to visit the conservation area that is known as Annapurna Sanctuary.
This trek includes the area that surrounds the glacial basin of the mountain. There is a distinct feeling of sacredness and spirituality as one visit the area. It is not just the locals who vouch for the sanctity and holiness of the mountain but also the trekkers and tourists who visit the region to trek above the high altitude of 4000 meters and reach the Annapurna Base Camp, the camp to one of the highest mountains in the world.
Nepal is a land of mountains that are regarded as holy by the locals and tourists alike. There are several stories as to why the mountains in the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek are regarded as holy.
The locals have a popular belief that Annapurna Sanctuary is the abode of Lord Shiva and for the same reason, no one has ever been able to ...
... successfully summit the fishtailed mountain in the sanctuary called the Machhapuchhare.
The Annapurna Mountains are also the most deceitful mountains to climb and have been recorded with the highest fatality rate when compared to other similar high peaks in the region.
The locals known as Gurung people hold the Annapurna Mountains in high reverence since they are considered as the sole provider of not just food and prosperity to them but also the overall well being of individuals of the region depends largely on it. For this reason, the Annapurna Mountain is also worshipped by the local people living in the region and there are several rituals associated with them.
The meaning of the word ‘Annapurna’ is actually a complete explanation in itself of what the mountain is to the people of Nepal. The word ‘Anna’ means ‘grain’ and ‘purna’ means ‘abundance’ and the mountain literally translates to ‘abundance of grain’ to the Gurung people living in the region.
The trail that goes up to the Annapurna Base Camp boasts of a diverse ecosystem. There have been several communal efforts of conserving the region too and they are worth appreciating. The surroundings of the trail are made up by a variety of trees, especially Bamboo. There are several cascading waterfalls, diverse wildlife that makes the trail picturesque and memorable for anyone trekking it.
It would not be wrong to call the trail to the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek a little challenging but it is all worth the efforts. For trekkers who do not have enough time but wish to experience a comprehensive trekking trail of Himalaya, this one is a sure success. The trek will take about 4 to 7 days, has several attractions and is surrounded by mesmerizing peaks of the Annapurna region in the Himalayas.
An overview of the trek
The Annapurna Sanctuary Trek is about 14 days’ journey that will take you to the Annapurna Base Camp, the 10th highest mountain in the world at 8091 m. The major attractions of the ABC trek include viewing the sunrise from Poon Hill over the Annapurna and the Dhaulagiri ranges, besides some of the most breathtaking Himalayan views and visiting a number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu.
So if you are short of time, check out the ABC trek
that will take about 11 days or you can choose to visit the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek that takes a total of 14 days and covers much more.

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