Trekking in Nepal >> Restricted Area Trekking >> Upper Mustang Trekking

The separate kingdom in hidden Trans- Himalayan valley behind the Annapurnas is known as Upper Mustang. A traditional world trade route to Tibet has been open to travelers since 1992. It is opened for a limited number of tourists. Lo Manthang (Mustang) is located north of the main Himalayan chain between the snow capped mountain on the east and west bordering Tibet and, relatively wide and leveled ridge towards north with pass not higher than 4,600 m. The climate and land is dry and arid. Villages are located in the valley at the altitude of 3,300 m. to 4,000 m. The people of Mustang are of Tibetan origin and their way of life and spoken language reflects this ancestral lineage where important historical sites are also located. It was an important salt trading post in the trans Himalayan belt.

From Kagbeni to Tzug; as you walk towards north the Kali Gandaki valley extends and becomes broader. Walk to Samar; it is surrounded by the ruins of temples and fortes. Visit the famous cave at Rongbyoung Chorten. It has carvings of many deities on the stone walls: the figure of Padmasambhava dominates all the deities. The famous cave speaks of the history of this valley of Lo before the advent of Buddhism. The travel from Giling to Tsarang pass through important ruins at Gemi. As Tsarang is approached after crossing the passes the monastery is evidently visible. In the monastery the fresco painting of thousand Buddha, hanging thankas and antique ceiling, and other sacred objects are reminder of its rich cultural past.

Mustang: caves, forts, monasteries and temples, which date to past millennia and carry echoes of a rich history. Mustang's history, as well as it’s natural and cultural treasures have made it one of the most mysterious and intriguing trekking destination’s in Nepal. The people who live in this area continue to live their daily lives in much the same way as their forefathers, with very little intrusion from the modern world. Skyline trekking is the popular in Nepal for its natural and cultural treasures.

 

Trip Fact

Trekking Destination:Lo-Manthang
Group Size:Minimum-1
Highest Access of the Trekking:4300m
Total Trip Days:18 Days
Best season: March - October
Transportation: By tourist bus / private.
Accommodation: Hotel, Resort & tea house /camping
Grade: Hard
Trekking style: camping only
Culture: Mixed
Himalayan sights: Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Tibetan Mountain Range
Attraction: Close Mountain View, Villages

 

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