Lukla is the gateway for the Everest region. It is now serving as the rescue base. All those rescued from the Everest are being brought here. Lukla has about 60-70 metre airstrip and thus known as the world's most dangerous airstrip to land and take off.
Lukla is the gateway for the Everest region. It is now serving as the rescue base. All those rescued from the Everest are being brought here. Lukla has about 60-70 metre airstrip and thus known as the world's most dangerous airstrip to land and take off.
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Volunteers bringing in fresh supplies for the earthquake affected people in Lukla, Nepal.
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People gather their belongings at the Lukla helipad.
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A helicopter heads into the everest region to conduct another rescue operation.
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Passengers boarding a plane at Lukla airport.
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Helicopters at the Lukla helipad being re-fueled before another rescue operation.
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Onlookers wait to board the helicopter at the Lukla helipad.
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Villagers of Lukla at the helipad waiting to be evacuated.
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Tenzing Hillary airport which is known to be one of the most dangerous airports, has turned out to be one of the busiest airports, as mass evacuation of tourists takes place.
