Mount Everest, the highest mountain peak in the world, is located on Nepal's border.Mountaineering and other types of adventure tourism and ecotourism are important attractions for visitors. The world heritage siteLumbini, birthplace of Gautama Buddha, is located in the south of the West region of Nepal (which despite the name is located in the centre of the country) and there are other important religious pilgrimage sites throughout the country. The tourist industry is seen as a way to alleviate poverty and achieve greater social equity in the country.
Namche Bazaar, gateway to Mount Everest, under snow
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