A clan of people originally from Tibet who live along Nepal's mountainous eastern border with Tibet.
A tribal name for the people of Tibetan descent who live generally in the Khumbu and Solu valleys of Nepal. Sherpa was originally "shar pa", which in Tibetan means, "People from the East." Sherpas came to nepal roughly 700 years ago over the Nangpa La Pass near Mount Cho Oyu, about 10 miles west of Everest.
a member of the Himalayan people living in Nepal and Tibet who are famous for their skill as mountaineers
a native Himalayan guide that assists climbers to the top of Mt
an expert mountaineering guide, who was originally one of the mountain people of Nepal
Tibetan Buddhist community in Northern Nepal.
Anyone who volunteers (or is persuaded by whatever means) to haul heavy packs or gear, such as vertical gear, long ropes, or photographic equipment. This is frequently done in order to secure a spot on an interesting, and perhaps exclusive, cave trip or expedition.
the high-level official who represents the head of state or government in organizing the G7/G8 Summit
An ethnic group of people who live in the Khumba region of the Himalayas in Nepal.
"People from the East." Both a tribal group and a job description for porter, climber or trek leader. Sherpas have been crucial to the success of most Western expeditions to Everest. (Click here to learn more about Sherpas and their culture.)
Sherpa literally means ‘people from the Eastâ€(tm). The Sherpa people originated in eastern Tibet. Today, they are largely based in the Khumbu region of Nepal, to the south of Mount Everest. Sherpas have an outstanding worldwide reputation as mountain guides and porters. Their local knowledge of the Himalaya has been essential to the success of many international ascents of Everest. The first Sherpa to reach the summit of Everest was Tenzing Norgay in 1953.