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Wednesday, February 1, 2017

Trek to Uppermustang

Upper Mustang Trek This is an adventurous trek to a remote area of the Himalaya. Relatively few people have visited Upper Mustang. It was once referred to as The Lost Kingdom because of its isolation from the rest of civilization. The landscape is sparsely populated and full of astonishing natural beauty. The terrain of Upper Mustang is dry and high elevation. It was opened in 1992 to foreigners. The highland desert is home to snowy peaks soaring above it all. To the south is Lower Mustang which is part of the famous Annapurna Circuit. Upper Mustang is a controlled area and sees few of the tourists that Lower Mustang and other areas of Nepal see. To the north is the border of Tibet and the ancient route linking the two regions has been used for trade for centuries. The residents follow a Buddhist way of life with close cultural connections to Tibet. The majestic monasteries in this region will be unforgettable. Along the way are prayer stones made into walls and colorful, fluttering prayer flags and other symbols of Buddhism. We are also likely to encounter yaks along the way in this high elevation landscape. The journey to Upper Mustang of this journey begins with a section of the Annapurna Circuit along the upper Kali Gandaki River. At the ancient village of Kagbeni, and old trading post, documents are checked before moving north into restricted areas. As we move into more and more isolated territory, we have a greater chance to get closer to the people and their land. The amazing terrain was underwater 140 million years ago in what is known as the Tethys Sea. To this day, ammonite fossils from that time are found in the Mustang region. Hindu pilgrims believe that they are symbolic of the god Vishnu. The capital and largest settlement is Lo Manthang and a main attraction of the trek. Lo Manthang is also the home of the ex-king and his family. He is still very popular and a highly respected member of the community. He is consulted on important matters and foreigners are usually allowed to visit him during his public office hours. The landscape offers a lot to explore including ancient caves and monasteries. This journey is an adventurous getaway form the nearby Annapurna Circuit and offers a truly unique experience. Join us for the trek of a lifetime in the Upper Mustang region. Please Note: Our Upper Mustang Trek has fixed dates of departure from Kathmandu. We can also arrange this trek to fit your specific desires and schedule. There are many choices for trekking and adventure in the region. If you are interested and have time then let us know, and we will design options that combine this exciting journey with other adventures and exciting fun. Leave the details to us, and enjoy the trip of a lifetime. 1.itinerary

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