Having been a solo traveller for almost all of my adventures abroad, I can honestly say that it is one the best ways to see the world. Solo travel provides freedom, flexibility, spontaneity, independence, and an uncanny ability to make friends and develop relationships—with tourist and local a
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Named a top travel destination by Lonely Planet, Nepal truly has something for everyone. From trekking in the Himalayas, to extreme sports for adrenaline- junkies such as rafting, paragliding, and jungle wildlife tours, to the rich culture, art, and architecture of the country, the reasons to travel
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Trekking Permits and TIMS TIMS permits are necessary for most treks in Nepal, but strangely not Manaslu and the Tsum Valley. Do check www.timsnepal.com for the latest information. Restricted area permits for Manaslu and Tsum Valley Across the northern zones of Nepal, in particular cclose to the T
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This is the most famous festival in Upper Mustang; it takes place every year in Lo Manthang. The festival has its origins in the Bon period, but is a celebration of Guru Rinpoche, who is portrayed on a massive thangka in the main square outside the palace. Guru Rinpoche was called to Tibet to appeas
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Virtually all the people of Mustang are Buddhists, with a heritage linked to Tibet. Before the modern era there were four traditional castes across Mustang. There were royal caste, the common folk, the blacksmith and the butcher/milling caste. The common folk included the farmers, labourers and, mes
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Lukla Monastery The small Nyingma-pa gompa is accessed down a lane on the left, off the main streets by Dreamland Lodge and before Mera Lodge. The path heads down by the North face Himalaya Resort and then right, where the gompa can be seen. Inside are five cons, from left to right being Buddha, th
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A lot of beautiful places are there to see in Nepal; so, literally, it becomes quite difficult to find a perfect destination. From trekking in the incredible amazing mountainous region to exploring the historically embellished legendary cities, there are, indeed, so many places to go in Nepal. So, t
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Whenever there is a discussion among avid trekkers regarding which is the best Long-Distance treks in the world, the name Annapurna has never been segregated. The gorgeous Annapurna massif, stretching 55 kilometers from the never-ending Kaligandaki gorge in the west to the gushing Marshyangdi river
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“Walking around the historical sites of Kathmandu is like wandering in the medieval times.”, many admire. Kathmandu is a historic city, bedecked with the rich culture, flabbergasting festivals, marvelous architectural wonders, and the people with extreme faith in God. This city has long
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