Mustang is a popular destination in Nepal for pilgrimage and trekking. Its allure has come from the century old history of Lo Kingdom, exotic Himalayan culture, ever-changing landscape, and magnificent views of gigantic mountains like Nilgiri ((7061m), Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), and Annapurna ranges. Mustang is known for two kinds namely Upper Mustang and Lower Mustang.
Mustang History
Upper Mustang was an isolated Kingdom founded by Ama Pal, the first king of Lo in 1380 AD. Lo-Manthang is the capital of upper mustang, where the king’s palace still lies there. The last King of Mustang, Jigme Palbar Bista who passed away on Friday (December 16th, 2016) at the age of 86. Since 2008 Lo King lost his royal title when Nepal became a republic country after the centuries-old monarchy. Still, the royal family members are still staying there. The current prince owned his resort called Ama-Pal Resort.
Mustang Economic
Before modernization, the economic sources of the region was the exchange of Tibetan salt and wool for Nepali grain and kerosene. Trekking in Mustang is getting more and more popular every year and many new hotels are operated by locals. Other economic sources of locals are farming in the summertime, clothes business during the winter season in the hilly region and in India.
Mustang Religion
Buddhism is the religion in this region. Among the four lineages, Sakya is the main which was introduced by expert Ngorvhen Kunga Sangpo during 1427-1447. Every Sakya Monasteries are painted with their religious structure in three colors of grey, white, and red. Each color resembles protection, compassion, and wisdom respectively. Except Sakyapa, there is Nyingma lineage also can be seen.
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Discover the ancient walled city of Lo-Manthang during Upper Mustang's most celebrated event, the Tiji Festival. Journey by comfortable 4x4 WD jeep throug...
Feel the thrill of the Sand Mandala Jeep Tour in Mustang as you ride through rugged Himalayan trails, ancient villages, and sacred Hindu and Buddhist sites...
In the heart of Mustang, the Tiji Festival is one of the region’s most vibrant and spiritually significant events, attracting people from all over the vill...
The Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Tour by 4x4 WD (jeep tour) is an overland cultural tour into the Tibetan-influenced region. This tour is organized twice ev...
Damodar Kunda Trek takes place in the eastern part of the upper Mustang region. This route is also popular for Saribung Peak climbing and traverses Nar Phu...
Lower Mustang trek takes place in the Mustang district within the classical Annapurna circuit route. Lower mustang lies between Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Mo...
Jomsom Muktinath Trek is a perfect trip for avid trekkers who have limited time to explore Mustang. This is a short and moderate trek which is speeds up by...
Teri La Pass is one of the most challenging trekking destinations in Nepal. This trek needs a full camping trek where you will experience the real adventur...
This Jeep Tour to Upper Mustang is not a rigid itinerary where you can change according to your comfort and time availability. The vicinity of Lo- Kingdom...
Yratung, Horse Riding festival is celebrated during the best time of the year in Upper Mustang which happens every year during the 5th 6th, and 7th days of...
Upper Mustang, the place which reflects the pure Tibetan culture and tradition since the 12th century, is located at the northern Kora La, border to China,...
This three-day Tiji ceremony is lit up with a colorful custom dress, dancing, music, and reenactments from the story of a deity and his demon father. The d...
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