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Mustang stayed aloof from the rest of the world until 1990es sustaining the medieval Tibet in the citadel of the Himalayas. The first outsider to go and research about the Mustang kingdom was Michel Peissel who went there in 1960es and wrote the book ‘Mustang the lost Tibetan Kingdom’. The walled city of Lo Manthag Michel Peissel had to start walking right from Pokahra and he encountered the Tibetan ‘Khampa’ warriors with machine guns, the resistance against Chinese occupation of Tibet. The walled city and the monasteries of Mustang were great sources of the history and culture of Mustang, trans-Himalayan trade and Tibetan Buddhism. Until 1960es there were hundreds of monks practicing and the libraries had great books on various subjects. With more tourists willing to go visit the place, the Government of Nepal opened the area for trekking only in 1992. In the earlier days, trekking groups had to take a government liaison officer along with them and get the expensive restricted ar...

Spring is the second biggest trekking and touring season in Nepal. The Spring tourist season lasts from mid March - mid May in Nepal. Climate varies drastically throughout Nepal depending upon the elevation and the landscape. Each month of March, April and May are best for different activities and region to travel. However March and April have average best weather to plan tours and treks throughout Nepal. Dhaulagiri range in the background of Rhododendron forest. Mid March till April is considered as the best time in Spring for Nepal tour and treks. March is beginning of the tourist season and the April is its apex. May is beginning of summer with humid and hot temperature in the lower valleys and the southern planes of Terai. However it is still a good time for high altitude treks and mountaineering. Most of the groups climb Everest in the second half of the May. Spring in the Himalayas of Nepal bring life to the highland. As the snow starts thawing on the trekking trails, vil...

This is why you should visit Chitwan National Park Royal Bengal Tiger in Chitwan National Park Chitwan national park is the last reminiscent of the jungle that once spread from the foothills of the Himalayas till the Gangetic plains. Massive deforestation, migration and hunting in the last centuries limited it to the 935 sq. km area. The habitat lost and poaching put some of the precious wildlife species in the verge of extension. So let's look into the historical facts about the depletion. For long time the jungle was ground for recreational hunting for Mughal elites and nobles. With the introduction of modern weapons, it got worse in the time of British reign. According to historian Mahesh Rangarajan, “over 80,000 tigers…were slaughtered in 50 years from 1875 to 1925. After ascending the throne in 1911, King George V and his retinue travelled north to Nepal, slaying 39 tigers in 10 days. Colonel Geoffrey Nightingale shot more than 300 tigers in India. Thousands of Tiger...

Most of the guide books mentions Autumn and Spring as the tourists season for Nepal. It is actually true for hardcore trekking and mountaineering. But for those coming only for cultural tours, short treks, walking and wildlife safari tours, weather is perfect throughout the winter months of December, January and February. Actually are mostly clear from morning till sunset during these months offering some of the best sunrise and sunset views over the Himalayas. Days are mostly sunny and warm. Temperature is moderate for hiking, sightseeing and wildlife safari tours. Temperature of higher view points of the short treks may get down to 0 or below freezing points. But it is manageable with warm clothing and heating available in the teahouses / lodges. It doesn't snow in the lowers valleys like Kathmandu and Pokhara. The other popular destinations like Chitwan and Lumbini is more in tropical region making winter a perfect time to visit. Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha sees increased...

The layers of mountains ascending to some of the highest peaks in the world make Nepal the best destination to connect with nature and adventure. This is the best place for active holiday for all age group and people with different fitness level. While there are hardcore technical climbing and expeditions to many virgin peaks, the gentle hiking from the luxury resorts at the pristine hill stations make comfortable active holidays for senior citizens. The 800 km stretch of the Himalayas in Nepal has eight out of the ten highest peaks in the world. The glacial river gushing down the valleys cut deep gorges. The daunting peaks, steep valleys and harsh weather kept the mightiest enemies away for centuries making it the country without independent day. The hidden valleys sheltered several cultures and practices of the region while its counterpart went through several upheavals. This small country is natural paradise with religious and ethnic tolerance among the 125 ethnic groups living ac...

You may have just heard about daunting peaks of Himalayas with rough terrain and trekking in Nepal. It is not a surprise that Nepal is also popular as holiday destination. With easy access to several Himalayan Shangri Las and availability of luxury resorts and hotel, Nepal makes the top holidaying in nature. Nepal holiday is combination of soft adventures, cultural immersion tours and wildlife and nature safari activities. Extension of domestic flights and helicopter services have made it possible tourists to enjoy the surreal Himalayan valleys without compromising with the luxury. Annapurna I (8,091 m), the 10th highest peak in the Himalayas. Kathmandu Pokhara Nagarkot Tour  – 6 days  Pokhara valley with Phewa Lake and Himalayan background The 6 day Kathmandu Pokhara Nagarkot tour is the most popular holiday for those with limited time. The two cities represent the countries rich cultural and natural heritage. During the medieval and ancient time, Kathmandu was ...