Mustang is a wonder, its semi arid deserts at times seem endless and magical. This valley was once a glorious kingdom known as Lo with its capital Lo Mangthang. The word ‘Mustang’ is Tibetan and means plain of aspiration.
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Province 2, also known as Madhesh Province, is a majestic gem. It is home to numerous destinations that have both regional and national importance. The population of this province is southern ethnicities and Madeshi castes. A few highlights of this area are Parsa National Park, Janaki Temple and Gadhimai Temple.
Nepal is viewed as a natural or cultural destination. Through efforts from various sectors, Nepal is slowly climbing the ranks of being known as an adventurous destination as well. Over the years, the inception of various adrenaline thrills in Nepal has opened a new genre of tourism altogether in this small but humble nation.
Nepal’s potential as an adventurous destination is immense. Over the years, various sectors tapped into this growing segment of adrenaline seekers by understanding their nation. Nepal is climbing the ranks quickly as a go-to adventure destination. Adrenaline seekers see Nepal as a great holiday to satisfy their kick. Nepal offers so much in a minimal footprint, and there is still more room to grow.
In 1986 AD, The NTNC (National Trust for Nature Conservation) launched a visionary project. The aim was to convert 7,629 sq. km of land in the Annapurna region home to 1,226 species of flowering plants, 105 mammals, 40 reptiles and 23 amphibians to a conservation area. This project was called Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP), commonly known as Annapurna Conservation Area (ACA).
Ever since Nepal opened its doors to the outside world in 1950AD, tourism grew as an avenue of income for various communities of Nepal. The pandemic derailed the nations ambitious plan of welcoming the world in 2020 AD. It became a year of survival and resilience for the Nepalese people. The people saw 2022 as the year they could slowly recover the mountain of debt lost, but with a fresh new wave, things were darker and gloomier than ever.
The Kathmandu Valley is an ancient city, parts of which are still left to be studied. It is abundant of stories and artefacts from decades and centuries ago, waiting to be told. The museums of the valley do exactly that; giving a sensation of reflecting and reliving the history through details and artefacts that come from its history.
Museums are the storytellers of history. They don’t just tell the stories through written and recorded but make a home for details of various arts, antiquities and remains of a bygone era. The Kathmandu valley is home many of these beautiful spaces which house the lineage and history of this nation.