Upper Mustang Trek: The Forbidden Kingdom
The Upper Mustang Trek is a journey into a lost world, a region that was restricted to outsiders until 1992 and retains an air of mystery and exclusivity. Located north of the Annapurna range, Upper Mustang sits in the rain shadow of the Himalayas, resulting in a landscape that is strikingly different from the rest of Nepal. Here, you will find barren, wind-eroded cliffs, deep canyons, and cave dwellings that resemble the terrain of Tibet. The culture is strictly Tibetan Buddhist; you will see fluttering prayer flags, ancient monasteries, and chortens at every turn. The walled city of Lo Manthang, the former capital of the Kingdom of Mustang, is the cultural heart of the trek, offering a glimpse into a royal history that has been preserved for centuries. It is a spiritual and visual journey like no other.
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