Barun Valley, Protected valley in Sankhuwasabha district, Nepal
Barun Valley is a protected valley in Sankhuwasabha district that extends east from Solukhumbu National Park toward a high plateau. The Arun River has carved deep gorges through the land, creating different elevation zones with distinct environments.
Ancient Buddhist texts mention this area as one of seven sacred Beyul in the Himalayas, holding spiritual meaning for believers. The Yakkha and Limbu communities settled in the region centuries ago and remain part of its identity.
The Sherpa, Limbu, and Rai communities living around the valley follow ways of life passed down through generations. Herders use the high meadows for seasonal grazing, shaping how the land is used throughout the year.
Visitors need TIMS permits and national park entry to access the valley. The best trekking conditions occur between March to May and September to November when weather is most stable.
The valley is home to thousands of flowering plant species and rare animals like snow leopards and red pandas. The different elevation zones pack an unusual diversity of wildlife and plant life into a compact area.
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