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Muktinath is located in Mustang district of Nepal. Which is called as the district behind the Himalayas. As you have to pass Himalayan range including Mt Dhaulagiri and Mt Annapurna range via Kaligandaki gorge to reach Muktinath. There is another option via Manang passing Thorongla pass. Next option is you need to enter through China side via Upper mustang which is not easy and you need special permit.
Muktinath temple is considered as the most beautiful place in Nepal. The Muktinath Temple tour is one of the best ways to begin and see Nepal’s natural beauty and cultural tradition. At the base of the majestic Annapurna range, Muktinath is situated in the Annapurna region, which is the most popular tourism destination for both local and foreign travelers. In the Annapurna region, Muktinath, a sacred shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is a popular destination for pilgrims. Muktinath Temple can be reached via trekking, road, Heli and Aeroplane. You can choose any kind option according to your comfort zone. Continue reading “Muktinath Tour – How to reach Muktinath Temple?”
Muktinath Temple is a sacred pilgrimage site located in the Mustang district of Nepal, at an altitude of 3,800 meters above sea level. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, one of the principal deities in Hinduism, and is believed to be one of the eight sacred places of Hinduism. It is a revered place of worship for both Hindus and Buddhists, and thousands of devotees from around the world visit the temple every year to seek blessings and attain salvation. Hindus call this shrine Muktikshetra meaning place of salvation and Buddhist call this place Chumig Gyatsa meaning place of 108 waterspouts. Muktinath temple is a famous holy shrine of both Hindus & Buddhists of the world. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, who is worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists as the god of salvation.
The word “Muktinath” means “the place of liberation” in Sanskrit. It is believed that visiting this temple and taking a dip in the holy waters of the temple’s 108 taps (water spouts) can wash away one’s sins and bring them closer to salvation. The temple complex includes a Vishnu temple and a Buddhist monastery. The Vishnu temple has a golden statue of Lord Vishnu, along with statues of other deities like Laxmi, Saraswati, Garuda, and Hanuman. The Buddhist monastery, located nearby, has a statue of Guru Rinpoche, the founder of Tibetan Buddhism.
The temple is located on the famous Annapurna Circuit trekking route and attracts thousands of tourists and pilgrims every year. It is especially popular among Indian and Nepalese tourists, who visit the temple during the festival of Janai Purnima. This festival usually falls in August and is celebrated by Hindu men who change their sacred thread, known as Janai. Muktinath Temple is a symbol of the deep cultural and religious heritage of Nepal. It is a site of great spiritual significance and is revered by people of different faiths. Its stunning natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere make it a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Nepal. Continue reading “Muktinath Temple Tour- Everything You Need To Know Before You Visit”
A lot of people always think about their next destination to travel or their next possible adventure and some of them might not even think about Nepal. It’s a small country, sandwiched between India and China, but it has so many incredible things to offer and should be on everyone’s bucket list! Here are 10 good reasons to pack your things and explore Nepal:
Nepal is celebrating visit Nepal 2020. Many people are still confused about why Nepal? I tried to summarize in the top 10 points. If you want to know more about Visit Nepal 2020 or Popular activities to visit Nepal 2020. I will provide links on the button of this blog too.
Mountains and trekking opportunities
Annapurna Base camp Nepal
at first the most obvious point, everyone associates Nepal with beautiful mountains and countless trekking routes. Of course, this country has way more things to offer than just that, but in my opinion, everyone should follow the call of the Himalayas and experience this amazing work of nature. There are many options for trekking, different routes for all levels of fitness and ways to customize every trip. I got the chance to do the Poon Hill Trek for 4 days with the travel agency AdventureVision Treks and Travels and it was just an incredible and unforgettable experience and perfectly planned for the first trekking adventure of my life.
Shyambhunath Stupa: World heritage site in Kathmandu
I can’t say that Kathmandu is the most beautiful, most developed or most impressive city I’ve ever been to, but it’s definitely something special. It’s chaotic, dusty and dirty (the chance to step into poop is pretty high), but there is a very special atmosphere and that makes it so loveable. So many things to do and explore, the Durbar Squares and all the different temples and monasteries are just incredibly beautiful, there are always new places to eat or drink in Thamel or many shops to buy souvenirs or nice Nepalese clothes (I am totally in love with my Nepali sweater, backpack, and all the other things). Something for every type of traveler or explorer.
World Heritage Sites and Culture Exploration
is there another country with that many UNESCO world heritage sites? It seems like you could find one of those around every corner and each of them is beautiful in their own way. Architecture, culture, nature – everything is just so interesting and worth seeing!
Nepal is a small country with 1,47,181 sq km with only around 30 million people. But Nepal is reaching culture and ethnicity. There are 120 types of mother languages with max cast holding their own culture. Nepal is also the birthplace of Lord Buddha and Buddhism so, there are lots of places to explore and learn about Buddism.
some people say that the Nepalese food is influenced by the Indian and Tibetan cuisine, but I think that the locals twisted it in their own special way and created some delicious dishes, no one should miss. Dal Bhat might be the most famous one, it consists of rice, lentil soup, and various side dishes. It’s the perfect meal during trekking and the locals have a pretty fun saying about the effect of this dish: “Dal Bhat, power 24 hours, no sleep, no shower!”.
Everyone needs to try Momos while in Nepal, it’s kinda the Nepalese version of dumplings with different kinds of fillings. And by the way, it’s super easy for vegetarians to find food in Nepal because almost every dish exists also a vegetarian version. The only two things I couldn’t get used to where the fact of having spicy rice dishes for breakfast and the general level of spiciness.
Momo in Nepal
Friendly People
the locals in Nepal are just remarkably friendly and kind. Everyone I talked to, experienced an extremely warm welcome to the country and just every person you randomly meet on the street will be friendly and helpful. When I am surrounded by kind people, I am already twice as happy as my normal state, so the people will make a good experience even more awesome. And it’s really easy to make them happy as well, already with small gestures, like using some words in Nepali, you can already get the biggest smiles from them. Some of the locals even treat you like family, which makes it even harder to leave the country after the trip. I booked every trip through AdventureVision, but they didn’t only think about my booked trips, they helped me out with any other issue I had. It’s not just business, it’s friendship.
The Wildlife
there are many places where you can see wildlife. Elephants, crocodiles, rhinos, tigers, birds, deer, monkeys and many more. The Chitwan national park is a very good opportunity for that. The jungle is already really beautiful and impressive and there might even be a chance to see a tiger. For that, I wasn’t lucky enough, but I saw so many other beautiful animals and some rhinos right next to me. That was just such an incredible experience and I literally freaked out about it. It’s amazing to experience wildlife in such a natural way.
Nepal might be a small country, but it definitely doesn’t lack diversity. Already the local conditions change from giant mountains and lakes to cities and jungle. But there is also a high diversity in culture and religion. There are over 100 ethnic groups and so many different languages and dialects within these groups. This creates an immense amount of different customs and traditions, which makes the country even more interesting.
Time to relax
Nepal was one of the most relaxed countries, I’ve ever been to. The working times are not that strict, everyone has a lot of time for tea breaks and chatting with all the people in the area and the locals seem relaxed in general (no sight of the hectic western lifestyle). For tourists, there are also many opportunities to learn or do Yoga or even do yoga teaching training. There are also many massage places awaiting the exhausted trekkers and just a lot of chilled places to hang out (Pokhara is always a good idea to relax!). In general, I think that we could learn something from the locals in Nepal and relax more often.
Adventurous Activities
In Nepal one thing is definitely for sure: explorers and adventurers will never get bored! There are so many different things to do and see. I stayed there for 2 months but didn’t have enough time to explore every corner and every activity. Rafting, Paragliding, Bungee-Jumping, Helicopter flights in Himalaya, Experiencing the most dangerous airport in the world, Trekking – it’s a never-ending story of possibilities and opportunities.
Easy and simple travel experience
Nowadays visa applications can be so exhausting and time-consuming, but not with Nepal. You just need the money and a few minutes at the airport in Kathmandu and – hey – you got the visa! That’s how easy it can be. And Nepal might be very different from your hometown. But with the help of all the nice locals or a really good travel agency, you can get around pretty easy (and cheap!).
With winter coming to an end and the nature restoring its juvenility, it is a good time to take a short break from the hustle and bustle of the lousy city and rediscover the joyfulness in the life of simplicity together with your family. If you are right now planning your next family trip, maybe Nepal is a good pick for you.
In a nutshell
Does it ever occur to you that it is hard to have a wonderful family trip in Nepal that satisfies everyone’s needs, that it is always a struggle for the trip to be exciting, relaxing and meanwhile educational? In Nepal, there is always something suitable for anyone, regardless of age, hobby and background. Not only does it has splendid natural scenery, this country is also one with pronounced and unique cultural and historical characteristics.Continue reading “Nepal: the next family trip destination”
