What are the things you must do in Upper Mustang?

Upper Mustang is popularly known as “Lo Manthang.” Lo Manthang famously known as the “Last Forbidden Kingdom” is a part of Mustang district. It connects hills with the Tibetan Plateau.
This place amazes you with its always smiling people, magnificent landscapes, Himalayan vegetation, gompas and blend of Tibetan Buddhist culture. Due to its wide range of attractions.Lo Manthang is famous among the tourists. Lo Manthang is the old capitals which can be reached in four days .Ponies are available for hire if you so desire. The experience of the breathtaking Himalayan flora and fauna, walk following the track of the rivers, crossing the gorges, walk through the dense rhododendron and bamboo forest, experience of the diverse landscapes, picturesque and charming village with the encounter of local religion, tradition and culture are the indeed and the attractive aspects of this trek. The modernization and commercialization untouched the purity of the environment, through the trek are remote but you can experience the fresh environment, polluted free natural beauty. 

 

We have listed these things you must do while going for Upper Mustang Trekking.   They are:

1. Visit Korala Border

2. Visit Lomanthang Durbar

3. Visit Caves of Chhoser

4. Observe Tibetan culture, traditions and people

5. Himalayan vegetation

6. Bath nearby hot water string

7. Beautiful views of the snow-capped mountain

 

 

1.       Visit     Korala Border:

Korala border is located at an elevation of 4660 meters above the sea level is the border between Nepal and China and it is the lowest derivable path between the Himalayas and the Tibetan Plateau.

1.       Visit     Lomanthang Durbar:

Lomanthang Durbar is the major attraction of this forbidden kingdom is this grand palace, built in 15 th century. This Durbar has nine corners and is five store’s tall. There are four gumbas adjacent to this palace.

       3. Visit Caves of Chhoser:

The caves of Chhoser can be reached via an hour of 4 with a jeep ride from
Lomanthang. An estimated 10,000 human made caves have been discovered in this area Those caves are believed to be 2500 years old. The cave is fascinating to explore while trekking.

 

      4. Observe Tibetan culture, traditions and people:

         One of the major attractions of upper mustang trekking is the blend of Tibetan culture and traditions. You can observe various dances, cultural shows and arts of Tibetan Buddhism. The upper region remains a safe haven for an incredibly rare religious ethnic group not found anywhere else on the Earth. You can also enjoy the many Tibetan idols, statue, Thanka painting make the monasteries unique and the attractive in this region. This region's flourishment makes for a very spiritual trekking experience in Nepal.

 

       5. Himalayan vegetation:

Despite being one of the most arid places on earth, you will be amazed by the way people have utilized water resources to produce various crops for their livelihood .They grow chinese wheat, buck wheat for their living.

 

      6. Bath nearby hot water string:

        After a long and tiring exploration of the Lo Manthang valley, there
       is no better way wrap up your day with a bath at the nearby hot water spring. It is       located just at 15 minute walking distance from Lo Manthang.

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7. Beautiful views of the snow-capped mountain

 

Upper Mustang Trek provides you the gorgeous views of the world highest peaks like Mt Annapurna, Mt Dhaulagiri and few more. You can enjoy the breathtaking scenery of these mountains from the upper Mustang region with the unique experience of the Himalayan flora and fauna and a charming village surrounded by this mountain. From the upper Mustang, you can enjoy the breathtaking views of the snow-painted mountain with their summit and the diverse landscapes.

 

 

 

By visiting all these places and knowing their cultural value, you will have a very memorable  upper  Mustang trekking.