The Sherpa Heritage House

An important house even in its day, this is built in the traditional Sherpa manner of slate and stone, with richly carved doors, windows and furniture.


There are two wings, one to live in and one to worship in. These are laid out at right angles and connected by a wooden bridge, designed so that it can easily be broken down in case of fire. More

 

The Religious Wing : At ground level, this huge building stabled the ponies which carried goods through the mountain passes to and from Tibet; throughout history the Sherpas have been a trading people. Here also fodder was stored to see the ponies through the harsh winter months. more
The Living Quaters : In this the greater of the buildings, yaks were kept at ground level. Upstairs, their milk was churned into butter for tea, their hair knitted into clothing and their meat and cheese was preserved. more
List of Items: used in the Sherpa Heritage House and things important for Sherpa People more
Current State of Repair : The house is dilapidated but not beyond repair; Pertemba Sherpa has started to stabilise the walls and roof beams already. more