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Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal. Kathmandu is
the center of the Nepal’s history. Among 10 there are altogether seven world
heritage sites in Kathmandu valley. Kathmandu is a historic valley and
adjoining areas made up a confederation knows as Nepal Mandela which is the
ancient civilization of Asia. Kathmandu has greatest concentration of temples,
shrines, monasteries. The religious mix of Hindusim, Buddhism, Bon and
Shamanism are intoxicating. It is a popular with tourists for unique
architecture and rich culture that includes highest number of jatras in Nepal.
Pokhara is known as the gateway to the Annapurna
region, a popular trekking trail in the Himalayas. High above the placid phewa
lake there is the peace pagoda. Sarangkot is a spectacular vintage point to
watch sunrise and sunset on the Annapurna range. Tibetan refugee camps are
located around the town and to the southeast is the narrow ravine of David’s
fall. This is the place where you can relish complete recreational activities.
You can also shopping in the streets and bazaars of pokhara city by getting
spectacular view of the vegetation and the landscape view of city.
Mustang is located at an altitude of 3,710 meters at
the foot of the Himaayas – Thorang La mountain pass, Mustang. For both hindu
and Buddhist pilgrims Muktinath is believe as Mukti kshetra, which means the “place of
liberation or moksha”. The central shrine of Mukthinath Temple is considered as
one of the eight most sacref shrines for Hindu Vaishnavas known as Svayam
Vyakta Kshetras. The major highlights of this muktinath tour is Tatopani,
Marpha village Tour (the
Apple capital in the nation with Marpha Brandy and Jams produced from local
fruits), jomsom, Dhumba lake (lake is fed by ice melt from Mt.Nilgiri), kagbeni, 108
water spouts.
Useful Information
- Muktinath is surrounded by rugged, snow - clad mountains lies at the altitude of 3750m.
- Muktinath temple is small and contains a small sized golden statue of vishnu as shri Mukti Narayan. Behind the Muktinath temple there is a small semi-circular wall with 108 stone faucets at a height of seven feet. Muktinath is believe as Mukti Kshetra, which means the "Place of liberation of Moksha". The Kali Gandaki river downstream from Muktinath is the sole source of the rare Shaligram stones that are required to established a temple of Vishnu anywhere in the world.
- Kathmandu to Muktinath is about 375 Km one way. About 300 kilometers road is good and well paved and rest of 75 Km is rough mountain road.
Weather condition of Muktinath
Autumn falls in September, October and November which is the best season to visit Muktinath. In this season there is average temperature condition.
Spring falls in March, April and May. In spring you can see beautiful flora, spectacular mountain and mostly moderate and average weather is forecasted.
Summer is relatively less suitable to visit Muktinath ( Jun, July and August). There is high possibility of heavy rainfall. So that flight option might not be available even ground vehicles might also not reach because of landslide.
In December, January and February you can complete your trip depending upon the weather and temperature forecast. But there is still less favorable because of high possibility of snow fall.
Equipment:
- Autumn = A light jacket, wind cheaters, Autumn wear work.
- Spring = warm light jackets, Wind cheaters and Light Clothes.
- Summer = Light wind cheaters, Jackets, Summer wears and Raincoat.
- Winter = Heavy down Jackets, Winter wear that can hold the fierce cold.
The Tibetan and Thakali origin are the inhabitants of Mustang which is highly influenced by Tibetan cultures and custom. Tiji, Lhosar, Duk Chu are the main festivels of Mustang's inhabitants. Muatang is famous for its Thakali food as well as local Wines, Apples, Tibetan bread, Marpha and dried food.