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Nestled at the Himalayas of Nepal on the rain shadow of Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri Mountain boarders’ Tibetan landscape. Due to its proximity the region has distinctive Tibetan feel to it. There are different way to explore this remote land. Upper Mustang trek is one of the major way that tourist use to explore this piece of land. Later due to road access Upper Mustang Jeep tour is gaining popularity and makes journey of traveler hassle free. As mentioned due to proper road access lately motorcycle enthusiast are often seen and organizing Motorcycle tour to Upper Mustang as well. The place is unique and once isolated from rest of the world. Only after 1992 people are allowed to visit the place and before that the place was forbidden and is often known as The Forbidden Kingdom. Due to its isolation the place get its ability develop its own culture and Festivals. There are many unique festivals and one of major festival which is gaining popularity is Tiji festival. You will witness many monastery dating back to 12-14 century, hundreds of years old Chortens, Mani Walls and other things which reflect faith and culture related to Buddhism.
Following are some reasons why Upper Mustang is your next destination.
Cultural Riches
The region is rich in its culture and heritage. From ancient monastery century old monastery to walled city of Lo, cultural festival like Tiji, Yartung, Losar and others. Exploring this cultural gems provides deep insights to history and Tradition of the forbidden kingdom. Monastery like Thubchen, Chode and Jampa gompa holds great cultural significance as these site are decorated with sophisticated carvings, colorful murals and religious artifacts. The walled city is characterized by its mud-brick wall which was compressed by yaks at 15 century and is still intact. Within the walled city there stands a royal palace of Lo which was built in 15 century. Each old and abandoned looking Chortens and Mani walls with fluttering prayer flags and engraved Buddhist mantras serve as important religious symbols and spirituality of the region.
The white washed house constructed with muds and bricks with woods carvings and unique windows are the features of village. Each structure of the houses were designed to withstand the harsh weather conditions. You will witness many herders migrating with their livestock to high pasture lands following their fore-elderly people. The people here speaks Tibetan language and preserving this dialect still.
Unique Destinationwith amazing landscapes
Well, being close to Tibet the place is considered as restricted area by the authority of country. However you can visit the place with restricted area permit. The region has limited access of people and it offers an exclusive unique experience. Limited access has helped in preserving its culture and tradition, ancient monastery and amazing landscapes. The destination is unique in terms of landscape as well. Landscapes and scenery are so surreal that you will be questioning yourself if you are in dream? In modern world where people are seeking sophisticated luxury, this trek will take you back in time. The ultimate gateway to the mysterious world of the vanishing mountains, while discovering the mysterious culture. Walking through arid and dry landscape a small surprise of greenery will always be there to welcome you. The green farms of apple, pears will amaze you as stated above the dry land holding such greenery. The mystery Sija dzong cave, Chusi cave dwellings high up in the cliffs which are manmade and about 5-6 storey high. The multi storey caves of Yara were chiseled by hand, by the very first settlers of the region thousand years ago.Upper Mustang reveals a fascinating journey through time, culture and rugged terrain with amazing mountain scenery.
Photographers’ paradise
As mention above, the place has unique landscape and amazing cultural riches, the place is often considered a photographers paradise. The combination of cultural riches, stunning landscape, odd rock formation, ancient monastery and chortens. The traditional lifestyles, vibrant festivals, amazing mountain views of Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri, and more. The play of light on red-orange cliffs, fluttering prayer flags and chortens add as ambience in the picture.
Less people more nature
Well the region of upper mustang is less crowded in comparison to other trekking destination of Nepal. Despite of roads connection to one of the amazing city of Nepal, Pokhara tourist seldom visit this place. Pokhara is place from where the popular trekking of Annapurna base camp starts and another popular Annapurna circuit trekking ends. Being less visited destination, visitor can experience more tranquility and unspoiled environment. The crisp mountain air make your holidays more insightful and gives you amazing experience in terms of Buddhism cultures.
Local Hospitality:
Interacting with the local communities in Upper Mustang provides a chance to experience the warm hospitality of the people. Engaging with locals and learning about their customs enhances the overall travel experience.
Preservation Efforts:
As the charm of Upper Mustang draws the attention from people, a responsible tourism and conservation of culture has been crucial. Sustainable practice with involvement of local community is a shared commitment from locals and the travel companies. However if the government of Nepal take some initiative, which helps people of the region to grow economically and motivate them in order to practice and preserve the cultural richness they have and pass on to future generations. In the heart of Himalayas, Upper Mustang, a place which holds a rich cultural significance, mystical landscapes and amazing hospitality of locals. Ongoing efforts to preserve the cultural and natural heritage of Upper Mustang contribute to its unique appeal.
Spiritual Exploration:
For those who are seeking spiritual experience, the region of Upper Mustang is the perfect destination as it holds ancient monastery dating back to century. The caves used as meditation space in past, harvest deep secrets of the past. The places like Ghar Gompa, Luri Gompa, Chele monastery, Thrangu Tashi Choling Monastery Ghiling and many other monastery, all of them were built in 14th, 15th, 10th century. Such monastery not only offer glimpse of rich culture, religion, faith but also provide great environment for meditation and lot of self-realization. The most of the monastery located at upper mustang region contains gold imprinted mantras, prayers and chants. All of them were collected from the caves.
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