Here are some Reasons to Travel to Upper Mustang

Reasons to Travel to Upper Mustang

Have you been wondering about where to go for your next adventure trip? How about visiting Upper Mustang in 2022/2023? We are not sure if you have heard about the Upper Mustang region in Nepal. But we are quite certain that this part of the Himalayas of Nepal can be the ideal destination for your next adventure. There are several wonderful reasons to travel to Upper Mustang as your next adventure destination.

This remote part in the Himalayas of Nepal has maintained its rustic charm even after it has become accessible by dirt road. Adventure trekking in Mustang in Nepal still requires a special permit from the government of Nepal as a restricted region. We are going to talk about some points that make the reasons to travel to Upper Mustang clear.

Unique Civilization is a reason to travel to Upper Mustang

The secluded region of the Upper Mustang is rich in its age-old civilization. It is a wonderful matter of fact that the civilization here has still remained unaffected by modernity. You will explore the unique civilization of the region that is a wonder for the modern world. The major center of the Upper Mustang is Lo Manthang which worked as the capital of the region. The region used to have its own king until recently. The faith of the people of Mustang in the king has remained unshaken for a long time now. Although they followed the Nepali constitution and rules, their social norms and values guided their lifestyle most of the time.

Timeless Culture

Another wonderful fact about Upper Mustang is its cultural riches. The Upper Mustang culture has a strong influence on Tibetan Buddhism that guides their lifestyle. The ancient Buddhist scriptures explain interesting stories about the existence of the culture there. There are so many legendary stories about how the human settlement started in that remote part of the mountains. It is the timelessness of the culture that has been in practice in the region that is so fascinating. It is certainly an unbelievable fact to see and experience such surprises in today’s world.

Vast and Rugged Landscape

You cannot stay from praising the vastness of the dry and ruggedly mountainous landscape of Upper Mustang. It is amazing to see jagged cliffs and walls with caves on them. The beautiful landscape of Mustang is certainly a reason to travel to Upper Mustang. The landscapes offer an experience of being in the true wilderness of the mountains. You will find yourself amidst the vast folds of the spectacularly jagged landscapes throughout the region. Traveling through the Upper Mustang landscape is like nowhere else. It is just simply more than amazing.

Although traveling to Upper Mustang brings many more amazing experiences to you, we would sum up the overall experiences around these three points. Trekking along the Kali Gandaki River Valley up towards the vast desert-like mountainous landscape of Upper Mustang will introduce you to the true wilderness of the mountains.

Traveling to Upper Mustang in Nepal will also bring you an opportunity to enjoy a wonderful Himalayan trekking experience. In addition to the trekking adventure, you will also get overwhelming experiences of the above-mentioned points. Without making the post longer, to sum up, the gist, you can choose Upper Mustang as your next adventure travel destination.

How would you like to do the trip? Here are some options for you.

Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

Upper Mustang Motorcycle Tour

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