Annapurna Region Trekking

Annapurna conservation area is the first conservation area and the largest protected area in  Nepal. It is protected by the National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC). It was  established in 1992 A.D. It covers a total of 7629km2. It ranges in elevation from 790m  (2,590ft) to the peak of Annapurna at 8091m (26,545ft). It is distinguished in two climatic  regions. Rainfall in the Southern part is higher than the Northern part. At the altitude of  4,400m (14,400ft), winter air temperatures range from -4.65-6.06 degrees celsius. The  districts covered by this conservation area are Manang, Mustang, Kaski, Myagdi and 

Lamjung district. The nature conserved in this area attracts people around the world. Kali  Gandaki Gorge is the world’s deepest river gorge, which is 3 miles long and 1.5 miles wide.  Tilicho Lake, the world’s highest-altitude freshwater lake, is located in Manang district here.  It includes peaks like Annapurna Massif, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchre(Fishtail), and Hiunchuli.  Flora and Fauna of this area make it rich in biodiversity. Around 1226 species of flowering  plants are found here. We can find the world’s largest rhododendron forest here in  Ghorepani. Around 101 species of mammals, 478 species of birds, 39 species of reptiles,  and 22 species of amphibians are found here. Some of them include rare and endangered  species like snow leopard, musk deer, Tibetan argali, and Tibetan wolf. Not only nature, but  it is also home to over 100000 residents of the different cultural and linguistic groups. The  northern part of this area is dominant of Gurung and Magar, whereas the southern part is  dominant of Thakali, Manange, and Loba. They speak their language and have a unique  culture and tradition. Brahmin, Chhetris, and others are also found in small numbers.  Different cultures and traditions add more beauty to this conservation area. These natural  and cultural features have made it the most popular trekking destination in the country.