Paper short abstract:

The populations of the Kangchendzonga National Park especially yak herders adapt to changes and the phenomenon of compartmentalization of space, boundaries of a nature that is increasingly regulated. ? Representations vary according to groups (local inhabitants, tourists, Parc agencies)

Paper long abstract:

Local communities are largely incorporated into the management of the Kangchendzonga National Park and participate in sustainable development. People and especially the yak herders adapt to changes and the phenomenon of compartmentalization of space, boundaries of a nature that is increasingly regulated. These groups or communities based on local democratic movements could be detailed in their relationship with the land and political actors : what is the terminology of the groups, which actors are they, what is their role in territorial and political environmental policy, what is their vision of the Park ?

Tourists also contribute to representations of mountain's space according to different local populations, the area is a place for outdoor recreation and relaxation, the protected area of the Kangchendzonga National Park is largely developed and seduce the urban cities of the Gangetic plain, especially the growing city of Kolkata.