Gurkha or Sherpa are terms used to refer to the people of Nepal, a small country in South Asia. They are known for their bravery and strength, and have served in the British and Indian armies for centuries. The term Gurkha is derived from the name of a hill tribe in Nepal, while Sherpa refers to the people who live in the Himalayan region of Nepal. Both terms are used interchangeably to refer to the Nepali people.