E91: Bernd Zangerl - Himalayan bouldering, development and climbing beyond the numbers
The Careless Talk Climbing Podcast
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Exploring Untouched Climbing Potential in a Remote Valley
The chapter delves into the speaker's profound connection to a valley in India rich with uncharted climbing options, showcasing their journey of discovery and emotional attachment to the region. It explores the cultural blend of Hinduism and Buddhism in the local village by the Tibetan border, and the villagers' adaptation to climbing tourism for economic growth. The chapter also addresses sustainable tourism practices, permit systems, and the challenges of balancing climbing activities with environmental conservation in popular climbing areas like Rocklands and Magic Wood.
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