ALOO TAMA(Authentic and unique Nepali dish)

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                                               ALOO TAMA(Authentic and unique Nepali dish)

Aloo Tama simply means "Potato with Bamboo Shoots". It is a unique and classic Nepali curry flavor dish. It is a hybrid dish that bridges two cultures: Tama from China and the spices from India. Fermented bamboo shoots are also used extensively in Chinese cuisine where they most probably originated. One can buy Tama at almost any vegetable shop in the local market. It can range in color from pale white-gray to bright yellow depending on whether it has been treated with turmeric. Look for nice fresh plump Tama that is not too woody - the tenderest young shoots are the best.

The recipe given here is the most common preparation, i.e. Tama with aloo (potato) and bodi (black-eyed beans). This preparation ranges inconsistently somewhere between a runny stew and a thick soup and it is best served with plain rice.

INGREDIENTS

- 1 cup Tama(rinse with water before cooking)
- 1 cup diced potatoes
- 1 cup black-eyed beans(Soaked overnight)
- 2 TBS. Oil or Ghee
- 1/2 Onion diced
- 5/6 cloves of Garlic, Chopped
- 1 tsp. whole cumin seeds
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. ground coriander
- 1 tsp. turmeric
- 2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped
- 1 tsp. salt or to taste
- 2 tsp. chopped fresh coriander for garnish

                               

                                                             DIRECTIONS

Heat the oil and fry the cumin seed until fragrant then add the onion and garlic saute gently for a few minutes- add the ground spices and fry well. Add salt, tomatoes, Tama, potatoes, and the black-eyed beans, and add enough water to give it the consistency of soup. Cook in a pressure cooker for 20 - 30 min. or until the black-eyed beans are cooked. Adjust the seasonings and cook for 10 more minutes uncovered until it has reached the right consistency. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander serve with plain rice. Enjoy!

HANUMAN- DHOKA DURRBAR SQUARE

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                                                           HANUMAN- DHOKA DURRBAR SQUARE

A large portion of the social places of Nepal are concentrated around the Kathmandu Valley: among those social locales, the significant one is the Hanuman-dhoka Durbar Square situated at the core of antiquated city Kathmandu, it is a complex of wonderful sanctuaries and sanctums, both Hindu and Buddhist. The vast majority of them are underlying the pagoda style adorned with unpredictably cut outsides, worked between the twelfth and eighteenth hundreds of years. The Durbar Square with its old sanctuaries, castles, typifies the strict and social existence of the individuals. It is here that rulers of Nepal are delegated and their crowning ceremonies solemnized. Until the mid-twentieth century, Durbar Square was the King's living arrangement. It is a living open historical center of Nepal. 

The name Hanuman-dhoka Durbar originated from the sculpture of Hanuman set up by King Pratap Malla at the passageway of the illustrious castle in 1672 A.D. The nine-storeyed habitation worked by King Prithvi Narayan Shah in 1770, is called Basantapurr Durbar. The entire complex is otherwise called Kathmandu Durbar Square. The royal residence complex was initially established during the Lichchavi time frame, yet as it stands today the vast majority of it was developed by King Pratap Malla in the seventeenth century. The royal residence was redesigned ordinarily in later years. The building remains and workmanship objects inside the castle complex presently existing are from the Malla, Shah, and Rana times of Nepal. 

The Durbar Square region is really comprised of two sub-zones. The external complex is eminent for various fascinating sanctuaries as Kumari Ghar, Kasthamandap, Shiva-Parbati Temple, Jagannath Temple, Big Bell, and so forth, while the internal complex includes the old castle territory, Hanuman-dhoka and its yards as Nasal Chowk, Lohan Chowk, Mohan Chowk, Basantapur Durbar and others. There are many temples in the inner complex also, most notably being the Taleju Temple dedicated to female royal deity, The area includes ten courtyards these days, but prior the great earthquake of 1934, the area was expanded up to New Road Gate including thirty-five courtyards.

The Hanuman-dhoka  Royal palace is included in the protected Monument one along with other private buildings. The site is enlisted in the World Heritage Site of UNESCO along with other six monument zones of Kathmandu Valley in October 1979.

Besides the magnificent temples and shrines, other interesting aspects are various festivals, cultural activities and traditions people are following from centuries, which are presented in the Durbar Square,

MANASLU CIRCUIT TREK

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The trip on an old path along which you appreciate credible Nepali culture and neighborliness guarantees amazing perspectives on Manaslu and other Himalayan pinnacles consistently on the foundation. You get the opportunity to observe old societies and the practically middle age way of life of the individuals as you journey up north towards the pinnacles. 
Protected from modernization and commercialization, the nearby individuals' way of life has changed minimally throughout the long term, in this manner holding their virtue. So your journey to Manaslu will be much the same as time-travel. returning as expected. The path has teahouses en route for a night stop, yet one could pick an outdoor trip and rest under the stars.

There is web access, and telephones just as other electronic gadgets can be charged at the teahouses along the path. The journey makes for an incredible photo opportunity so you will have something to reclaim home to think back about. All you require is a nice camera. 

Manaslu shares a lot of its way of life and history with its neighboring region, Tibet. Buddhism is a significant religion here as exhibited by the Buddhist cloisters, the engineering, and conventions as far as possible. 

The district, which was authoritatively opened to unfamiliar sightseers just in 1991, falls in the Restricted zone and travelers must get a Trekking Permit from the Department of Immigration notwithstanding the TIMS card to enter this locale.

LIST OF CLOTHING EQUIPMENT & PERSONAL EFFECTS FOR BACKPACKING 

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LIST OF CLOTHING EQUIPMENT & PERSONAL EFFECTS FOR BACKPACKING 

- Lightweight walking boots. If new one is being bought, "walk then in" to avoid blisters. Also, bring spares laces.

- A pair of track shoes. To wear in the camp at night or when the boot is wet.

-Warm jacket. Fiberfill or down should be adequate. This is especially necessary during winter from December to February.

- A rainproof jacket with hood or a punch. Get the one that is guaranteed waterproof.

-Woolen shirts and thick sweaters. During winter months December through February, these items are essential. Thick sweaters can be purchased in Kathmandu.

-A pair of lightweight/heavyweight trousers are useful higher up in the mountains in the morning and at night. Windproof/waterproof trousers. A necessity on all treks going above 10,000ft.

-Thermal underwear. These are excellent to sleep in at night. In the winter months, thermal underwear is quite invaluable.

-A tracksuit. Useful for wearing in camp and in the tent.

- 1-2 pair of loose-fitting long shorts/skirts

-2-4 cotton t-shirts.

- 1 lightweight long sleeved-shirts is particularly suitable for avoiding sunburn.

-A woolen hat to wear in the morning and at night. During winter it is an essential item. A sunhat and ensure it has a wide brim to cover the face and neck.

- A pair of gloves. Leather with lining and woolen are best.

- 1 pair of sandals to wear in the cities and in camp.

- 2 pairs of thin and 2 pairs of thick woolen socks

-Underwear: normal quantity and swimming costume ankles

EQUIPMENT

-Duffle bag or kit bag to carry to gear while trekking.

-Daypack. This is a small rucksack to carry personal requirement for the day eg. toilet items, camera, film, towel, soap. a boot etc.

-Water bottle.

-Snow glasses and sunglasses.

-2-4 large plastic bags to separate clean clothes from dirty ones, 6-10 smaller plastic bags to dispose of garbage.

-Wallet and/or money belt with compartment for coins

-Toiletries with large and small towels. Toilet paper can be buy-in Kathmandu and some villages in the mountains.

-Small headlamp and/or torch with spare batteries and bulbs, candles and lighter to burn toilet paper.

-Snow gaiters essential during winter and all treks going over at other times.

-An umbrella (optional) which is quite useful to ward of the dogs, suitable as a walking stick, to use as a sunshade and useful when it rains.

-Reading materials, camera and film, game items (optional), notebook, rubber band, pen and pencil envelopes, a diary, a calendar, a pocket knife, binoculars (optional), A small pillow or headrest (optional) Thermarest (optional)- an inflatable sleeping mat, trekking map, adequate quantities of a passport photograph.

-Personal medical supplies.

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TREKKING GENERAL INFORMATION

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INTRODUCTION

The Nepal Himalaya has always been known as"The Abode of the Gods". Many of the primordial history, religion, culture, and tradition as well as legends and myths emanate from the awesome Himalaya. The Nepal Himalaya harbors many holy temples and shrines, monasteries and sacred lakes in the wilderness and remote parts of the region. These sites are frequently visited by pilgrims. It is a land of piety and stillness.

The Himalayas is the youngest and highest mountain chain on earth. A full third of its stretches- the formidable Great Himalayan Range of 800 Kilometers lies within the Nepal Himalaya. It has a convergence of 1310 magnificent peaks of 8000 meters. Nestling in the rain shadows of these unique vistas of soaring summits unravels a profusion of lofty foothills, the home of the many Nepalese who delight in warm hospitality and friendship. These verdant terraced hills meander down to lush green valleys with turbulent rivers and to the tropical lowland and jungles teeming with countless wildlife.

In its immensely diverse and undulating topography, varied climate, and mix of people Nepal combines to produce a magical attraction for outsiders. Many foreign visitors come to trek one or more beautiful trekking regions. To trek, one does not have to be bizarre, neither a mountaineer nor an athlete. Anyone with a pair of strong legs, and the spirit for adventure to explore the exotic, will enjoy the thrills of trekking in the hills of Nepal. Walking in the interior of the country follows ancient foot trails that meander through the scenic river banks, intricately terraced fields, and the forested ridges connecting picturesque hamlets and mountain villages. these highly developed and well-defined trails have been used for centuries and are the hive of activities to come in contact with the locals.

For visitors on an extended day and with fewer restraints, there is an even more varied spectrum of adventure- be it rafting on the sparkling rivers, safaris in the jungles, trekking to explore deeper into the alpine valley with perpetual snow and glistering glaciers. The more intrepid traveller may venture further up to scale any of the 18 minor trekking peaks.

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MIGHTY HIMALAYAS OF NEPAL

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                                                       MIGHTY HIMALAYAS OF NEPAL

Nepal has designated the Annapurna, Manaslu and Kanchenjunga regions as Conservation Areas while Sagarmatha (Everest), Langtang and Shey-Phoksundo (Dolpo) are national parks while other mountain areas might not fall into these categories but are designated as ‘Restricted Areas’ as they are close to Nepal’s northern border. While the infrastructure of, and accessibility to Sagarmatha, Annapurna, Manaslu, and Langtang are well developed and easily accessible enabling mountaineers and expeditions to make quick progress to their base camps the remaining areas, including the restricted areas, are still very remote, where rescue or help from external sources will be difficult or unlikely and access to these areas is complex and at times difficult. Expeditions into those areas require a completely different approach, level of commitment, and organizational ability to succeed on their chosen summit.

The mountains of Nepal are grouped into different categories depending on their height and under whose authority they lie. The Ministry of Tourism is responsible for the expedition peaks above 6,500 m, while the Nepal Mountaineering Association is responsible for mountains that are known as Trekking Peaks. These peaks range in altitude from 5,800 m to 6,584 m, and call for climbing skills and climbing gear and should not be taken lightly despite the misleading title. Expeditions to peaks below 5800metres do not require climbing permits although they will require other forms of permits to enter specific regions. All expeditions are required to pay refundable garbage deposits while expeditions to peaks above 6,500 m will also be required to employ a Liaison Officer. The best time for mountaineering expeditions is pre-monsoon when the weather is better, especially at altitude, although the visibility might be restricted with the pending monsoon conditions. Autumn is good for the slightly lower peaks, while winter is cold with short days and early spring might be subjected to seasonal snowstorms. However, in these times of global warming and climate change, the seasons are no longer as predictable as they used to be.

Today in Nepal it is possible to book onto either a commercial expedition to attempt any of the larger mountains or to attempt a trekking peak with one of the many Nepali trekking agents. If an independent expedition wishes to attempt any of the ‘legally’ open peaks then they should read the appropriate policies and procedures legally required under the current Nepal Tourism Act (Provisions relating to Mountaineering).

DOLPO REGION

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DOLPO REGION 

Trekking in the remote district of Dolpo leads through picturesque, concealed valleys and antiquated hallowed places like Shey Gompa. getting a charge out of captivating perspectives on the flawless waters of Phoksundo Lake, experiencing yak convoys that cross the high-Himalayan passes and mountain individuals who live in probably the most noteworthy settlements on earth like the Dho-Tarap valley; Dolpo is amazing.

Dolpo's unprecedented common magnificence was perfectly caught in the Oscar designated film"Caravan". Trekking in this Himalayan locale is an exceptional experience.

Dolpo is kept by the Dhaulagiri run in the south and east, Mt. Sisne and Kanjiroba in the west, and the Tibetan plateau towards the north. Lake Phoksundo's gleaming turquoise waters never neglects to entrance guests, making it one of the significant attractions of Dolpo.

Settlements here are for the most part at stunning elevations of 3,660 m to 4,070 m and the individuals are ardent Buddhists who have been exchanging with Tibet for a considerable length of time. There are 130 gompas (Buddhist cloisters) in Dolpo which says a lot for their strict enthusiasm.

One of the brilliant minutes during the trek is seeing long yak processions that even today persevere through tremendous difficulties arranging the unforgiving, frigid territory, crossing high mountain passes, conveying merchandise for trade to the opposite side of the Himalayas.

Firmly connected with Tibet, the individuals speak Tibetan, look Tibetan, and hold their Tibetan legacy and culture which are featured by strict services in their religious communities where Tibetan Buddhism prevails. Little has changed in the lifestyle for these tough individuals who carefully follow the traditions and convictions of their ancestors who came over from Tibet hundreds of years back. This trek is a chance to meet these straightforward people who live under outrageous conditions simply getting by.

Opened up for the travel industry just in 1989, these high mountain valleys stayed unexplored and generally inconspicuous by untouchables. Detached by the troublesome geography, the individuals in this district have protected their way of life and carry on with an actual existence immaculate by the trappings of current society.

Dolpo is one of the Restricted Areas of Nepal so trekkers require a Trekking Permit from the Department of Immigration notwithstanding the TIMS card to trek in this locale. Trekkers must be incredibly fit to persevere through the long and exhausting stretches in transit.

MOUNTAINEERING IN NEPAL

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                                                         MOUNTAINEERING IN NEPAL

With eight of the world's highest mountains in the country, Nepal is a mountaineer's paradise. The ultimate glory of mountaineering is reaching the summit of Mt. Everest, but there are other technical challenges like Lhotse beside it or you can take on any of the other 326 climbing peaks that are waiting for you!

Nepal Himalaya is the most formidable mountain range in the world with nearly a third of the country lying above the elevation of  3,500 m. Eight of the world's highest peaks lie within Nepal's territory: Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Annapurna, which are all over 8,000 m above sea level. The first to be climbed among them was Annapurna in 1950 by a French Expedition with Maurice Herzog as a leader while Everest was first summitted by Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay in 1953 with a British Expedition led by John Hunt.

Besides these eight giant peaks, there are 326 other mountains within Nepal which are open for mountaineering expeditions, and out of them, 103 have never been climbed before. Nepal offers mountaineers more opportunities than any other country in the world and throws endless challenges at them including the less glorified trekking peaks which still require climbing gear and climbing skills if you want to climb them. 

Nepal's climbing history goes back a long way starting with the early explorers from British India who were lured by lofty peaks and the challenges of climbing virgin peaks where no human had set foot before. By the 1960s Nepal's trekking and mountaineering industry were well established with private companies providing all logistics including porters and guides for a full expedition that would spend months in the mountains. Today there are many companies that will take care of every aspect of mountain climbing and all the mountaineer has to do is arrive in good shape physically and mentally, prepared to take on the challenge and not worry about equipment and supplies.  Most of the Everest expeditions are handled by well-known and trusted private companies.

The reputation of the Sherpas is built on mountaineering with many of these mountain people achieving glorified status with their multiple climbs of Everest and other 8000m peaks. Most expeditions wouldn't go up without the loyal, hardy, and extremely reliable sherpas. They risk their lives for their clients and are often called upon to rescue a climber in trouble. Although today there are many other ethnic groups involved in the service, they are generally referred to as Sherpas.

Despite all the attention being grabbed by mountains like Everest and Annapurna, the latter more for trekking than climbing, there are other peaks being climbed on a regular basis but don't make headline news. Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Manaslu are also climbed often besides trekking peaks like Mera, Island, and Yala peaks which are quite popular. Ther are also climbers looking to climb virgin peaks as Nepal from time to time, opens up new, unheard of peaks for climbing, and who wouldn't want to be the first to climb! 

Nepal has designated the Annapurna, Manaslu and Kanchenjunga regions as Conservation Areas while Sagarmatha (Everest), Langtang and Shey-Phoksundo (Dolpo) are national parks while other mountain areas might not fall into these categories but are designated as ‘Restricted Areas’ as they are close to Nepal’s northern border. While the infrastructure of, and accessibility to Sagarmatha, Annapurna, Manaslu, and Langtang are well developed and easily accessible enabling mountaineers and expeditions to make quick progress to their base camps the remaining areas, including the restricted areas, are still very remote, where rescue or help from external sources will be difficult or unlikely and access to these areas is complex and at times difficult. Expeditions into those areas require a completely different approach, level of commitment, and organizational ability to succeed on their chosen summit.

The mountains of Nepal are grouped into different categories depending on their height and under whose authority they lie. The Ministry of Tourism is responsible for the expedition peaks above 6,500 m, while the Nepal Mountaineering Association is responsible for mountains that are known as Trekking Peaks. These peaks range in altitude from 5,800 m to 6,584 m, and call for climbing skills and climbing gear and should not be taken lightly despite the misleading title. Expeditions to peaks below 5800metres do not require climbing permits although they will require other forms of permits to enter specific regions. All expeditions are required to pay refundable garbage deposits while expeditions to peaks above 6,500 m will also be required to employ a Liaison Officer. The best time for mountaineering expeditions is pre-monsoon when the weather is better, especially at altitude, although the visibility might be restricted with the pending monsoon conditions. Autumn is good for the slightly lower peaks, while winter is cold with short days and early spring might be subjected to seasonal snowstorms. However, in these times of global warming and climate change, the seasons are no longer as predictable as they used to be.

Today in Nepal it is possible to book onto either a commercial expedition to attempt any of the larger mountains or to attempt a trekking peak with one of the many Nepali trekking agents. If an independent expedition wishes to attempt any of the ‘legally’ open peaks then they should read the appropriate policies and procedures legally required under the current Nepal Tourism Act (Provisions relating to Mountaineering).

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CLIMATE OF NEPAL

In northern Nepal summers are cool and winters are severe, while in the south, summers are very hot while winters are mild to cold. Nepal has five seasons: spring, summer, monsoon, autumn and winter.

In the Tarai (southern Nepal), summer temperatures exceed 40° C and above 45 in some areas, while winter temperatures range from 7°C to 23°C. In mountainous regions, hills and valleys, summers are temperate while winter temperatures can plummet to sub zero. The Kathmandu Valley has a pleasant climate with average summer temperatures of 20°C – 35°C and  2°C – 12°C in winter.

Average temperatures in Nepal drop 6°C for every 1,000 m you gain in altitude. 

The Himalayas act as a barrier to the cold winds blowing from Central Asia in winter, and form the northern boundary for monsoon rains. Some places like Manang and Mustang fall in the rain-shadow behind the mountains and are mostly dry. Eighty percent of all the rain in Nepal is received during the monsoon (June-September). Winter rains are more pronounced in the western hills. The average annual rainfall is 1,600 mm, but it varies by eco-climatic zones, such as 3,345 mm in Pokhara and below 300 mm in Mustang.

There is no seasonal constraint on traveling in and through Nepal. Even in December and January, when winter is at its severest, there are compensating bright sun and brilliant views. As with most of the trekking areas in Nepal, the best time to visit are during spring and autumn. Spring is the time for rhododendrons to bloom while the clearest skies are found after the monsoon in October and November. However, Nepal can be visited the whole year-round.

GRADING OF TREKKING

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TREKKING IN NEPAL

The 800-mile long Himalayan trail of Nepal is famous for its climbing expedition, pristine trekking routes, and thrilling adventure. Due to the presence of unique climates and flora and fauna, Holy River, Culture, Snow-capped Mountains, forest ridges a large number of Europeans and Americans began exploring Nepal since 1950. Therefore trekking in Nepal will help to gain experience about the lifestyle and thrilling adventure where the memories can’t be forgotten in a lifetime. Trekking can be structured for a few days and extended to several weeks as per the clients’ requirements and comforts.

Gradings of trekking
Being a mountainous country the elevation of the country ranges from 60 meters above sea level to the highest point on earth, Mount Everest 8848 meter. Nepal is divided into different Climatic conditions from Sub-tropical to Alpine. Due to the presence of unique climatic variations, the grading of the trek is into a different category.

Grade A: Soft/Easy Trek
This grade trek is easy. On these days you will reach an altitude of up to 2000 meters. Approximately we will walk 16 km per day.

Grade B: Moderate/Medium
This is a medium grade of the trek. The trekkers will reach an altitude up to 3000 meters. Normally the walking distance  approximately will 12 km per day.

Grade C: Difficult/Strenuous
With the change in altitudinal variations, the trekker will have to climb above 3000 meters. On these days walking distance will 8 km per day. This grade is difficult in comparison to others.

Grade D: Technical/ Challenging
Being a Mountainous country the challenges are more adventurous and daring. This grade includes different high passes to climb mountains. The trekkers/climbers will reach an altitude above 5000 meters and will have to walk normally 4 – 5 km per day

MARDI HIMAL TREK

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MARDI HIMAL TREK

Mardi Himal Trek offers one of the most exotic and interesting treks in Nepal, with an exploration of traditional villages, incredible scenery views as the diversity of culture, spectacular views of livery mountains, and tempting river views as you trek through the valley. This trek invites you into remote villages and untouched forested hills and valley.

It gives the trekker an "off the beaten track" experience with a firm emphasis on enjoying the vast green wilderness that is Mardi Himal.

Trekking Duration: 8 days

Grade: Technical

Activities: Trekking

Start/End: Kathmandu/Kathmandu

Maximum Altitude: 4890 m

Group Size: 2-15 pax

Daily walking hour: Approximately 5-7 hours

Best Season: Mar-Jun/Oct-Nov

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For the Tiji Festival, 2020 will be celebrating 19th May to 21st May 2020. Apart from strolling along with the stunning and exceptional surroundings of Upper Mustang with the magnificent views of the snow-topped peaks, you can partake in this vibrant and lively festival which will be a lifetime experience. But due to the outbreak of COVID. We were unable to organize this trip. Sorry for the inconvenience.

UPPER MUSTANG 

To trek in Upper Mustang is an uncommon benefit. Here you will encounter a lifestyle of genuine mountain individuals, who for many years, had next to no contact with the remainder of Nepal and held their rich social legacy. As of not long ago, their lord was authoritatively perceived by the Government of Nepal. 

From multiple points of view, a trek into Upper Mustang is like trekking in Tibet, as geologically it is a piece of the Tibetan level. The area of Mustang was, until 1950, a different realm inside the limits of Nepal. The last ruler, the Raja of Mustang, despite everything, has his home in the old capital known as Lo Manthang. 

Upper Mustang has opened to non-Nepali trekkers just approximately fifteen years back and even today, get to is still profoundly confined. To enter Upper Mustang, that is to travel further north of Kagbeni, trekkers need an exceptional trekking grant and should be joined by a legislature named official. 

Upper Mustang, being in the Himalayan downpour shadow, is one of the areas in the nation reasonable for trekking in any event, during the storms. During this time, the upper Kali Gandaki valley is still very dry with just infrequent precipitation. 

The Mustang trek isn't especially troublesome, the most elevated point came to being just 3,800 meters, however, the conditions now and again can be strenuous. The horse is cold in winter and is constantly breezy and dusty consistently. Winter treks are best maintained a strategic distance from because of an unforgiving climate. 

There are not many settlement offices accessible above Kagbeni, so bunches must be completely independent, particularly in fuel. While doormen are accessible in Jomsom it is desirable to go through donkeys to convey the heaps to Mustang. These pack creatures are accessible locally and are progressively conservative, and unquestionably more ecologically agreeable than watchmen. 

The Mustang trek isn't especially troublesome, the most elevated point came to being just 3,800 meters, however, the conditions now and again can be strenuous. Bronco is cold in winter and is constantly breezy and dusty consistently. Winter treks are best maintained a strategic distance from because of an unforgiving climate. 

There are barely any settlement offices accessible above Kagbeni, so bunches must be completely independent, particularly in fuel. While watchmen are accessible in Jomsom it is desirable to go through donkeys to convey the heaps to Mustang. These pack creatures are accessible locally and are increasingly conservative, and unquestionably more naturally agreeable than watchmen. 

Lo Manthang, the old capital, is reached in four days, and in any event, one additional day ought to be spent here to absorb the sights and hints of this exceptional walled settlement. Horses are accessible for employ on the off chance that you do want. The arrival excursion can either follow a similar course like the one you took to enter or take an elective course along the eastern bank of the Kali Gandaki.

TRIPS IDEAS/CLIMATE OF NEPAL

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CLIMATE OF NEPAL

In northern Nepal summers are cool and winters are extreme, while in the south, summers are blistering while winters are gentle to cold. Nepal has five seasons: spring, summer, rainstorm, harvest time and winter. 

In the Tarai (southern Nepal), summer temperatures surpass 40° C or more 45 in certain territories, while winter temperatures run from 7°C to 23°C. In bumpy locales, slopes and valleys, summers are mild while winter temperatures can dive to below zero. The Kathmandu Valley has a wonderful atmosphere with normal summer temperatures of 20°C – 35°C and 2°C – 12°C in winter. 

Normal temperatures in Nepal drop 6°C for each 1,000 m you gain in elevation. 

The Himalayas go about as an obstruction to the virus twists blowing from Central Asia in winter and structure the northern limit for storm downpours. A few spots like Manang and Mustang fall in the downpour shadow behind the mountains and are for the most part dry. 80% of all the downpour in Nepal is gotten during the storm (June-September). Winter downpours are progressively articulated in the western slopes. The normal yearly precipitation is 1,600 mm, however, it fluctuates by eco-climatic zones, for example, 3,345 mm in Pokhara and beneath 300 mm in Mustang. 

There is no regular limitation ongoing in and through Nepal. Indeed, even in December and January, when winter is at its severest, there are repaying splendid sun and splendid perspectives. Similarly, as with the greater part of the trekking territories in Nepal, the best time to visit are during spring and harvest time. Spring is the ideal opportunity for rhododendrons to blossom while the clearest skies are found after the storm in October and November. Be that as it may, Nepal can be visited the entire all year. 

For more information about Nepal's climatic conditions, if you don't mind visit the official site of the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, Ministry of Environment.

SHOPPING IN NEPAL

Exquisite handicrafts of brilliant workmanship are sold in the markets. Many of these carry religious significance. Artistic works of stone and metal, silver and gold trinkets, and incredible wood carvings are readily available.

Other kinds of souvenirs include Nepali tea, the famous Gurkha knife or Khukuri, prayer wheels, stone carvings, singing bowls, paper–maché masks, thangkas and pauls, pashmina, carpets, jewelry, etc. Souvenir items are available in tourist areas like Thamel, New Road, Basantapur, Asan, Patan, Bhaktapur and around major hotels. But remember anything older than 100 years old cannot be taken out of the country.

Shopping malls and departmental stores sell branded items and accessories like cell phones, i-pads, and laptops to electronic appliances, cameras, music systems, kitchenware, garments, jewelry, perfumes, watches, toys, fitness equipment and a multitude of household items.

Popular shopping malls in Kathmandu Valley are Bhatbhateni chain of stores, Sideways chain of stores, City Center in Kamal Pokhari, Civil Mall in Sundhara, Kathmandu Mall in Sundhara, Labim Mall in Pulchowk, Salesberry in Satdobato. Shopping areas in the valley are around New Road, Putali Sadak, Kumaripati, Bhatbhateni, Lazimpat, Sundhara, Tripureshwor, Lagankhel, and Jawalakhel. In Pokhara, the major shopping areas are Lakeside and Mahendrapul Bazaar.

TRADITIONAL CRAFTS

Customary abilities like wood-cutting have been passed on for quite a long time in the Kathmandu Valley. Enroll in a class to study woodcarving, stone brickwork, stoneware or take in sensitive Thangka painting from craftsmen who have been rehearsing these aptitudes for ages. 

Nepal has a bounty of sanctuaries and castles, craftsmanship and art, music and war history. Right up 'til today, there are talented skilled workers who can make similarly excellent woodcarvings and complicated statues. Nepal is the origin of Araniko, a well-known craftsman, of the late twelfth century, from the Kathmandu Valley who made a trip to China, Beijing and constructed the acclaimed White Stupa at the Miaoying Temple. He is a key figure in Chinese culture since he presented the pagoda style design in China, just because and the rest is history. 

Nepal's sanctuaries and statues of divine beings, and different figures mirror the brilliant past when workmanship thrived in the capital city. From the exceptionally common families to dissolving iron for putting the world on the map blade, Khukuri, Nepalese specialists are experts of their specialty. For instance, Nepal is well known for rugs, thangka (Painting of Gods) Newari woodcarving, Himalayan Nepalese paper, Tibetan handiworks, Buddhist and Hindu statues, Mithila divider workmanship, bamboo weaved umbrella, and for its indigenously made family unit things.

MEET THE PEOPLE OF NEPAL

Set up your hands and state Namaste and grin as they return your signal with veritable grins of acknowledgment. 'You are welcome, you are our visitors' state the agreeable grins. Nepali individuals are the absolute most amiable individuals on the planet which is one reason guests hold returning. 

Nepal is an unimaginably different nation and home to various religions, races, clans, and societies. The nation has more than 100 ethnic gatherings and is for all intents and purposes a blend of a lot (increasingly than 90) dialects and ethnicity. 

It's intriguing to figure out how individuals have adjusted to their condition in astonishing manners. Because of the inaccessibility of the mountains a few people's lives have changed next to no in the only remaining century. You can at present experience parades of donkeys moving essential products to and from far off settlements in the Himalayas. Oxes furrow the land, metalworkers make instruments and bullock trucks despite everything transport grain and straw from the fields in the fields. Kindling is as yet a significant source of vitality for cooking in towns that resemble an outdoor history historical center. 

City life may look present day with all the trappings of advancement, however customs and societies continue as before as they were hundreds of years back. A great part of the celebrations is praised precisely as they were hundreds of years back with certain local people speaking to overlooked rulers who once administered over their progenitors. Old customs are clung to in their unique structure as individuals are profoundly strict and visit the sanctuaries every day. 

A Nepali family once acquainted with you is well on the way to welcome you in for a dinner. Indeed, even the most unfortunate individuals will impart their feast to visitors. Maybe, this is the significant explanation, why a visitor can't stay a vacationer for long in Nepal. When a visitor starts to know the spot and its kin, he is not, at this point an outsider - he is an esteemed visitor. 

The best methods for meeting the individuals of Nepal are during a trek or simply walking around the boulevards of the urban areas or during one of  multi-day visits offered by nearby the travel industry administrators. 

Voyagers visit Nepal over and again and that says everything regarding the connection they feel.

STRANDED IN NEPAL

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Since the across the nation lockdown was brought into impact on March 25, at 06:00 AM to contain the spread of the Corona Virus pandemic in the country, 'COVID Crisis Response Task Unit', framed at Nepal Tourism Board, has been doing each piece to help and salvage the stranded vacationers in various pieces of the country.

Since yesterday, an all outnumber of 137 remote voyagers have been safeguarded so distant from various pieces of Nepal and Nepal Tourism Board NTB assumed a key job to get it going.

The significant salvages are:

60 individuals from Jomsom (46 Tourists and staying Nepali nationals) have been securely safeguarded and brought to Kathmandu toward the beginning of today. All the 46 sightseers are in Self Isolation in inns at Thamel.

NTB mutually with Embassy of France safeguarded 14 voyagers (6 French and staying different nationals) from Lukla by Tara Air trip at 2.30 PM today. Every one of them is kept at Hotel Everest for Self Isolation.

Buddha Air brought 58 French Nationals from Pokhara to Kathmandu today at 4.30 PM. They are likewise kept at Hotel Everest for self-seclusion while some are kept at Thamel.

4 French were saved from Kande and brought to Pokhara yesterday. They will be brought to Kathmandu tomorrow.

10 Foreigners have been protected from Machikhola and Arughat at Manaslu Area with the assistance of the Dharche Manaslu Rural Municipality.

5 vacationers (3 Australian and 2 Spanish) have been protected from Gorkha Bazaar and carried to Kathmandu with the assistance of District Administration Office, Gorkha.

Stranded cases are:

8 Foreigners alongside 11 Nepalese stranded at Sankhushabha while coming back from Kanchanjunga Expedition. (Source: Deputy CDO, Sankhusbabha)

There are still around 25 outsiders at Jagat and Machikhola territories.

Around 150 sightseers are stranded at Lukla at present. The Khumbu Pasanglhamu Rural Municipality has offered to give free settlement and nourishment to all the stranded visitors at Lukla from today. Additionally, not many eateries in Pokhara have begun giving free nourishment also.

Hon. Pastor of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, Yogesh Bhattarai stated, "all the stranded sightseers will be protected, kept securely for self-disengagement and encouraged for their sheltered excursion back home".

Nepal Tourism Board has likewise started the "Stranded in Nepal" site, WhatsApp and Twitter to illuminate and refresh the present circumstance of all stranded the nation over. The stranded voyagers would now be able to contact and email their conditions, as per which NTB will make vital coordination and aid their salvage. International safe havens are likewise working in close coordination with the Nepal Tourism Board.

The Crisis Response Unit will be constantly refreshing the advancement with respect to the Tourists' Status in Nepal.

Maha Shivaratri "Night of the Shiva"

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                                                   Maha Shivaratri "Night of the Shiva"

Maha Shivaratri is one of the significant celebrations of Nepal and truly signifies "Night of the Shiva". It is praised on the fourteenth day of the dim fortnight of the Māgha month, according to the Hindu lunar schedule. It is accepted that on this day, the stars in the Northern Hemisphere are all things considered ideal situations to help raise an individual's otherworldly vitality. It is likewise accepted that the Shiva guideline is generally dynamic on this day of the year. Maha Shivaratri is praised by denoting the combination of Shiva and Shakti. Maha Shivaratri additionally praises the night when Lord Shiva played out the "Tandav", the astronomical move. 

A huge number of enthusiasts visit Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu, perhaps the holiest altar of the Hindus. Pashupatinath is viewed as the Guardian and Protector of the Kathmandu Valley and Nepal. Lovers serenade "Om Namah Shivay" and "Mahamritunjaya" throughout the late evening petitioning God for light over obscurity. Vacationers are seen appreciating the mood with interest, as vivid and bare sadhus are seen contemplating, modeling for photos and associating with devotees. Uncommon participation camps are set in the yards of the sanctuaries. Youngsters are seen gathering gifts from bystanders on this day planning for heavenly dinner and blaze in the festivity of the uncommon night. 

Game plans for Maha Shivaratri at Pashupatinath Temple 

Maha Shivaratri is known as one of the most praised strict celebrations for Hindus. Consistently Hindus from everywhere throughout the world are seen thronging numerous Shiva sanctuaries during this celebration. Pashupatinath Temple is the spot with the greatest group on this day. This year, on the event of Maha Shivaratri, the Pashupati Area Development Trust (PADT) is expecting a horde of 1.3 million individuals from over the world. For the fruitful festival of the celebration, the administration unit in Pashupatinath has begun cleaning the region. Additionally, this year more significance has been given for making sense of a simpler method to oversee swarms with the goal that fans can complete their Puja and Darshan quicker and all the more helpfully. 

Spring is probably the best time to visit Nepal, and Indian visitors appreciate visiting during the most favorable event of Maha Shivaratri. Extraordinary arrangements are made to ease Darshan for Indian travelers at Pashupatinath during Maha Shivaratri, which falls on Feb 13 this year, as per authorities at the Pashupati Area Development Trust (PADT). The PADT will likewise make accessible Pashupati Darshan goes at simple outlets close to the Pashupati region to encourage pioneers from India. Aside from Puja and Darshan different attractions for guests to the sanctuary region at the time will be the brilliant group including ravishing Sadhu Babas from various pieces of Nepal and India. Individuals come to Pashupatinath to watch and see the various types of Sadhu Babas and their exercises; a few Sadhus are secured is cinders while some want to be totally bare. 

As per Pashupati Area Development Trust (PADT) Chairman Mr. Govinda Tandan, "An immense group is normal and we are attempting to deal with a fine stopping office and a decent spot for fans to sit. Likewise, the same number of aficionados demonstrate excitement to disperse nourishment to the individuals present there, we are attempting to deal with a legitimate spot for the enthusiasts to make the most of their supper." 


As Maha Shivaratri is predominantly identified with the night, the enthusiasts remain up throughout the night and appeal to Lord Shiva. The four Prahars of Puja is done throughout the night, the enthusiasts, as a rule, remain in tents along the Gaushala street.

THE "KHUMBU COUGH' AND RELATED AILMENTS

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Travelers Medicine

Respiratory problems easily rival gastrointestinal diseases as the most common problems in the traveler to Nepal. Pollution in the city, cold air in the mountains, dog hair, and pollen dust could be inciting factors of respiratory disease. Unlike the guidelines for gastrointestinal problems, however, guidelines for respiratory ailments are not clear cut.

Let us start with the classic nagging "Khumbu cough" that disturbs sleep and is common at high altitudes anywhere in Nepal. Breathing cold air probably predisposes you to this cough, which actually may be caused by a virus. Sometimes there may even belong spasms of coughing which leave you breathless. There usually is no significant associated fever.  It is best to have a doctor or a nurse check it out if you're lucky enough to find medical personnel in the mountains; however, an antihistamine like Benadryl may work wonders, especially at night, and allow you to sleep more peacefully. Codeine, which also suppresses coughs, I will be deleterious at high altitude.

Sinister causes of cough in the traveler such as tuberculosis are definitely uncommon even in areas where tuberculosis is endemic. Exotic causes of travelers' cough do exist, but they are rare. Better to be concerned about common cough problems and how to avoid keeping your tentmates and lodgements awake at night.