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Upper Mustang Trek

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Pema Dorjee sherpa

47 years,Nepal

6 years ago

Upper Mustang Trek

Mustang Trekking  is located in the hinterland of Nepal, along the border with Tibet, and full of rugged barren mountains, deep canyons, eroded cliffs and Moraine valleys. On this hike, you'll experience a stupendous wilderness, one with pristine high desert mountain scenery, snow capped peaks, spectacular 16th century monasteries and many other unique sights. The view of wind swept Kali-Gandaki valley, vast spaces around Kagbeni and vast ridges that straggle high mountains provide a mind-blowing experience.
Nepal's Mustang region preserves a life almost unchanged for centuries. It lies hidden behind the Himalayan giants of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna at the very roof of Asia on the arid Tibetan plateau. It has long been isolated from the outside world (and only opened to trekking groups since 1992!). As you make your way through this secluded land, you'll pass brightly painted chortens (Buddhist shrines) and tiny villages guarded by enormous monasteries. Vistas include unusual and arresting views of the snow-covered Himalaya to the south, and desolate high plateaus, deep canyons, and an ocean of windswept hills the colors of a desert sunset to the north. Once at the walled capital city of Lo Manthang, you'll absorb a great sense of timelessness and appreciation for an ancient culture as you discover the ruins of old forts, monasteries rich in art and history, and caves replete with magnificent religious statues.

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