Month: January 2020

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VISIT NEPAL 2020

Last Updated on February 17, 2020 by Treks Planner Nepal

Visit Nepal 2020 is Nepal’s initiative to bring about changes in its competitiveness in the World Tourism Sector through investment, innovation, infrastructure development, regulatory reform, new product offerings, environment and wildlife conservation, and greater efficiencies and excellence in service standards with the sole agenda of developing the tourism industry as a key economic development strategy of the country.

As there is so much to be discovered here in this small but diversely inhabited country with rich heritage, adventure, spirituality, regional diversity, warm and welcoming people, abundance in wildlife and natural resources , A place where the people and Gods share the same roads. A real life Shangri La to be precise, hidden amidst the two giant countries in the world.

So, we welcome you to our beautiful country i.e Nepal in hopes that we can make your experience here memorable and unforgettable.

Beautiful Places That Needs To Be Visited This Year

Tilicho Lake Trek

Tilicho Lake – the highest lake in the world is located in the Manang district of Nepal. It is situated at an altitude of 4,919 meters (16,138 ft) in the Annapurna range of the Himalayas. Tilicho Lake Trekking starts from Besisahar, which goes along the Marshyangdi River, with great views of Manaslu and Himal Chuli to the east. This magnificent Tilicho lake trekking leads you to the fine village inhabited by a wide diversity of people from different ethnic groups, offering spectacular and majestic views of the white Himalayas.

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Manaslu Circuit Trek

Manaslu region trekking is one of the most highlighted camping treks among all the treks of Nepal with its nature and cultural heritage and having countless trekking trials like Manaslu circuit, Tsum valley and more which is located on Manaslu region. The 8th highest peak of the world MT Manaslu (8,156m) becomes visible as trekkers starts to trek on this region. The people of this region also believe MT Manaslu that it has spiritual deities and consider as a Spirit-mountain. On the past old days there was restriction to these routes of Manaslu trekking, and only from 1992 AD the government of Nepal opened this routes for trekking. It is located to the border of Nepal alongside. There is no any doubt that trekking in Manaslu Himalayan region is one of the awesome and delightful adventurous one among the treks of Nepal. You can also enjoy with the views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri on the way of trekking. Trekking in Manaslu area is also considered as one of the finest adventurous destinations of Nepal. View of Annapurna is awesome that includes one of them 8,000m and more than 13 peaks of more than 7,000m and 16 more over of 6,000m bounded by kali Gandaki Gorge, Pokhara valley and Marsyangdi river.

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Everest Circuit Trek via Gokyo Lake

The alternate trail that takes you to Everest Base Camp & Kalapattar, Gokyo Everest Base Camp Trek has a lot more to offer.
Gokyo Everest Base Camp Trek is probably the most challenging and intriguing trekking adventure in Khumbu that comprises scores of natural and cultural delights of Khumbu & Gokyo Valley. The trek of course highlights all the major highlights of Everest Base Camp Trek. Plus the highlights of Gokyo Valley that include turquoise lakes of Gokyo, Gokyo Ri & most importantly crossing over Cho La Pass are additional highlights.
Needless to say, the floral & faunal biodiversity of Sagarmatha National Park, the matchless views of Himalayan giants including Everest, incredibly authentic Sherpa culture & Tibetan Buddhism at its best and highland monasteries are the obvious highlights of the trek.

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Mardi Himal Trek

Mardi Himal trekking trail at an elevation of 4500m takes trekkers to the base camp of Mardi Himal offering an extraordinary view of the majestic Annapurna massif, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre and Manaslu. It also offers breathtaking view of blue glaciers of the Annapurna sanctuary. The location lies east of the Annapurna Base Camp in the Annapurna region of Nepal. This, off beaten trail takes the trekkers away from the other busy trail through the forest of Rhododendron and Juniper and the pristine little settlements of Tamang and Gurung people, all the way up to the base of Mardi Himal. Camping every night, sleeping under the stars and the mighty Himalayas offer utmost adventure to the trekkers.

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Everest Base Camp Trek

Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most searched and preferred trekking destinations by the trekkers around the world and this trekking could be a combo of both adventure and challenge for you.Everest base camp trek will walk you downhill through the forest of rhododendron, magnolia, and pine. Ahead lie small settlements and flat trails with pleasant alpine vegetation, monasteries, colorful prayer flags and so does the valley, which is so beautiful that you are bound to click your camera. Another beauty is the Dudh Kosi River, a glaciated river, which is as white as milk and which you cross often by the high suspension bridges that will make the trek livelier.

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Annapurna Base Camp

Annapurna base camp trek is an amazing walk through diverse landscape and culture complete with rich mountain vistas, terraced fields, quaint Gurung villages and a wide variety of flora and fauna. Mt. Annapurna (8091m) of Nepal is the 10th highest mountain in the world and the journey to its base camp, which is at 4130m/13549ft height, is one of the most popular walks on earth. Moreover, we reach our destination via Mt. Machhapuchhare (Fishtail) which is revered by the Nepalese for its unique beauty. Furthermore, thanks to the well groomed itinerary of the Annapurna Base Camp trekking package, it is a popular choice among diverse outdoor enthusiasts, from a solo female traveler to hikers travelling in groups to Nepal. It is regarded probably one the best legendary and classical treks in the world which offers majestic mountain View, give opportunity to experience the typical Nepali village, local people and their way of living traditional life in Himalaya of Nepal. The Annapurna Base Camp route goes passing through spectacular and tranquil landscapes, charming Gurung and Magar villages, lush green Rhododendron, bamboo and alpine forests to the trip’s last and final destination, Annapurna Base Camp at the height of 4130m (13546ft. the trek offers a beauty of mother nature at its real best.

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Langtang Valley, Gosaikunda Trek and Helambu Trek

Langtang valley, Gosaikunda and Helambu trek is the closest trip on the Himalayan region from Kathmandu valley. A few hours’ drives from Kathmandu will take you to the beautiful Langtang valley, where you will see the tranquil remote landscape, people following Himalayan Buddhism with living style and culture similar to Tibet. The area is naturally as well as culturally outstanding, though becomes one of the popular destination nearby Kathmandu. This trek will offer a variety of Rhododendron, huge Bamboo forest, beautiful landscape, snow capped mountains range and rich wildlife including Red Pandas.

Following local trail upstream Bhote Koshi River through the ethnic Tamang villages, lush green forest and the widespread Langtang valley with a view of splendid mountains from all sides. Retrace the trail to the Shin Gompa to a high plateau at the sacred lake Gosaikunda. The trail even is in habitat by the shy Red Pandas. Watch the sunrise over a multitude of sparkly lakes of this holy site. The place Gosaikunda is believed to be created by Lord Shiva with his “Trishul”. Here you can see more than 108 small lakes including Bhairav Kunda and Saraswati Kunda as the core.

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Annapurna Circuit Trek via Thorung La Pass

Annapurna circuit trek is the trekking route within the Annapurna mountain range of central Nepal. The Annapurna area was opened to foreign trekkers in 1977 AD before that there was a restriction by the government of Nepal. The total length of the routes varies between (160-230km), depending upon the motor transportation is used where the track ends. This trek way crosses two different river valleys and encircles the Annapurna massif. This path reaches the highest point at Thorung La pass touching the edge of the Tibetan Plateau. All the trekkers goes through anti-clockwise as traveling this way the daily attitude gain comes slower and slower and crossing the high Thorung La pass will also be easier and safer.

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Tengboche Manirimdu Festival

Last Updated on January 8, 2020 by Treks Planner Nepal

Everest region being highly famous for trekking, mountain views is also famous for its festival trip, Everest Mani Rimdu festival is one of the most interesting High Himalayan Buddhist festivals observed every year. Mani Rimdu Festival is celebrated at Tengboche, Thame and Chiwong Monasteries of Solukhumbu Nepal. It is considered a very sacred ceremony with a string of events of empowerment. It is celebrated for nineteen days in a successive manner, which concludes with three days of public festival. On this occasion, Buddhist monks at Tengboche, Thame, and Chiwong put on a magnificent show. Masked dances and Tantrik rituals are put up by Buddhist monks at these monasteries, where huge crowds from nearby gather to celebrate. Many treks are organized to coincide with this festival.

When does Manirimdu Festival falls?

Tibetan Lunar calendar highly influences the date of the Mani Rimdu Festival and the main lama in charge of the Tyangboche Monastery announces the dates. Usually, the Mani Rimdu is performed in the 9th Tibetan month which usually falls in October or November full-moon in Tengboche.

Six Preparational Stages Of Mani Rimdu

Construction of the Sand Mandala

The sand mandala is constructed step by step. Complicated and Symbolic design is made with the use of colored sand. Sand mandala takes many days to complete. A defensive blade symbolizing deities are placed around the Mandala. The bowl of Mani Rilwu pills (spiritual medicine) is placed above the center. The Mandala symbolizes the palace of Garwang Those Chenpo (Lord of the Dance). Creation of the Buddha of Kindness, the main idol of Mani Rimdu. The mantra “OM AH HUNG RHI, OM MANI PADME HUMG” is repeated thousands of times by the monks during the weeks of the ceremony before the public festival.

Wong (The Empowerment)

The public ceremony kicks off with Wong. It´s performed on the full moon day, of the tenth month in the Tibetan lunar calendar. The sacred Mani Rilwu (sacred or blessed pills) and Tshereel (pills for long life) are given to everyone attending.

Chham (The Dances)

On the second day, of Mani Rimdu the cultural dances take place. Symbolic demons are vanquished, driven off, or transformed to Protectors of Dharma. The major gist of the dance is that the positive forces fight with those of disorder through the dances. The dances convey Buddhist teaching on many levels from the simplest to the most philosophical. During the dance, the monks are believed to become a divine being. The dances are very sacred and are only performed during Mani Rimdu.

Ser-Kyem

Ser-Kyem is most commonly used to make tea offerings to Dharma guards such as Mahakala. It has two pieces: a larger raised dish-shaped bowl and a smaller raised offering bowl. When the offering is being made the smaller is placed in an upright position in the larger dish. The smaller offering bowl is placed upside down in the larger bowl when it’s not being used. The special nectar which is offered during this festival is also used in many ceremonies. The six dancers represent Ngag-pa, Tantric magicians.

The Fire Puja (Jinsak)

The Fire Puja is performed in the yard the day after the dances. The Fire Puja is an offering to Agni (the god of fire), and to the Gods of the mandala – to allay all harm in the world. The harm is visualized as dissolving into the grain and butter is burned.
Afterward, the sand mandala in the temple is pulled to pieces, and the sand is given as an offering to the serpent gods (Nagas).

Chhingpa

The next dance portrays the Four Protecting Ghings, defending the Buddhist faith against attack by demons. Shining paper masks hide the faces of the dancers, each a different color and each displaying a constant smile. The dancers´ hops are rhythmically accompanied by the beating of cymbals. The dancers charge at children in the audience and scare them for fun.

The Dakini dance is performed genially. Slow-motion dance steps, keeping perfect time with the soft tinkle and slow beat of bells and drums are performed by five young priests. The dancers are without masks and portray female spiritual figures; the partners of Padmasambhava. It is believed that they come from his pure land of Shangdok Palri where they live within his mandala. They herald the imminent arrival of Guru Rinpoche at the Mani Rimdu. Two of the Ghing are male, and carry cymbals, while the two females carry drums. The males represent skillful means and the female represents wisdom; these two aspects of the path The torma is made from barley flour and decorated with colored butter. It begins by symbolizing the body of the deity, and by the end of the ceremony, symbolizes enlightenment itself. It stands in the front of the mandala on its own shrine, at the very heart of the temple.

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