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Top 10 Magnificent Himalayan Animals!

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Diverse region of grasslands, temperate forests, ice-clad mountains and dizzying array of animals- the Himalayan Mountains offers world’s most beautiful landscapes and provide shelter to some of the rarest wild animals, reptiles and birds. It is the longest and the highest mountain range that gives home to many endangered species some of which include Snow Leopard, Giant Panda, Red Panda, Himalayan Wild Yak, Himalayan Thar, Musk Dear, Himalayan Marmot, etc. Himalaya embraces the world’s highest peak on Earth i.e. Mount Everest, which is cold throughout the year and therefore the animals here are habituated to the cold climatic conditions. Most of the animals at Himalaya have thick skin and heavy body with phenomenal instinct that helps them protect their lives even in most arctic atmosphere. So if you are fascinated with Himalayan wildlife and planning to set off to the great mountains this summer then make this part of information as your handy guide to know the traits o...
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Mount Everest Base Camp Weather & Climate

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The weather and climate of Mount Everest is one of extremes. Temperatures at the summit are never above freezing and during January temperatures can drop as low as -60° C (-76° F). Despite the low temperatures the biggest issue faced by climbers are hurricane force winds and wind chill. When the jet stream dips south during the winter hurricane force winds may develop reaching more than 285 km/h (177 mph). These winds relax in the month of May and most climbers try to attempt the peak during this short window. Third Pole The Himalayas house the 3rd largest concentration of ice on the planet after the polar regions are often referred to as the third pole of the planet. Seasons of Everest Mount Everest lies 28° north of the equator and is subject to a typical northern hemisphere seasonal pattern. It lies at the edge of the influence of the Indian Monsoon which brings moisture and clouds from June to September. The cold months are December/January and the best trekking is between...
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Top Ten Most Beautiful Mountains Around The World

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10. Mount Eiger, Switzerland The majestic Mount Eiger in Switzerland is considered as one of the most beautiful mountains in the world. Though many mountaineers have taken up the challenge of climbing this imposing landform, many of them have failed in their attempts as the mountain is as dangerous as it is beautiful 9. Alpamayo, Peru Featuring next on the list of most beautiful mountains in the world is the icy pyramid called Alpamayo, which lies in the Cordillera Blanca range of Peru. The unique shape and the vertical lines over the mountain have attracted a large number of mountaineers to it for years. 8. Table Mountain, South Africa As the name implies, Table Mountain in South Africa has a horizontal summit which is not very high, but this, in no way makes it less beautiful. Set beside the lovely sea, the mountain looks beautiful and is absolutely unique to look at. 7. Mauna Loa, Hawaii The next name on the list of top 10 most beautiful mountains in the world...
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