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Nepal
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Capital city, Kathmandu |
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Knock off North Face is the most
readily available clothing product |
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Kids start training at age 10 to be
porters in the mountains |
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The 'heavy hauler' porter will carry
upwards of 200 lbs |
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Agriculture, treking and climbing
are the economy. |
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There are around 400 treking
companies in Kathmandu |
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Airport security here is tighter
than LAX |
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Population approx 30 million |
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Life Expectancy, 60 years |
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GDP per capita…. $1,100 |
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Unemployment Rate… 42% |
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Every walk in the tourist district
is accompanied by offers for 'hash' |
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