Ghunsa


Ghunsa is a village of Taplejung, Nepal at elevation of 3,475 m and is a major check point for Mt. Kangchenjunga. This village came into attention after the helicopter accident that killed 24 passengers including most prominent figures in conservation work.

Inhabitants

The area is a Sherpa village who are involved in subsistence farming and yak grazing. The main crops are maize and potatoes.

Access

The village can be accessed from Taplejung in 3 days' walk along the bank of Tamur River. The trail passes by numerous waterfalls and rivulets making it favorite among the trekkers all around the world.

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