Khumbu valley is the highland region which is worldwide famous for treking and hiking. Kulung and Sherpa are the main inhabitants in this region. Khumbu Pasanglhamu is the administrative division in this region. It includes the town of Namche Bazaar as well as the villages of Thame, Khumjung, Pangboche, Pheriche and Kunde.
The famous Buddhist monastery at Tengboche is also located in the Khumbu.