Counting the Victims of the Earthquake in Nepal

In South Asia, a country bordering the Himalayas known as Nepal has been a favorite for travelers. With a colorful ancient and medieval history, Nepal has also been a stopping point for adventurers looking to summit Mt. Everest. Recently, more than a quarter of the country’s population has been affected by a devastating earthquake, shaking the foundations of many a historic site as well as causing massive avalanches that claimed lives on Mt. Everest nearby.
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