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Langtang region lies
in the central part of Nepal which covers the Langtang Helambu trekking.
There are mainly three major trekking areas-Langtang, Gosaikund and Helambu.
A three-week trip could cover all the three areas.The langtang Valley
lies closer to Kathmandu than any other trekking regions, and is lesser
used by both trekkers and local. Just after the monsoon, this trek gives
superb views of the great peak of Langtang Lirung (7246m) which dominates
the upper valley and straddles the Tibetan border. In spring time it is
an ideal place to spot birds and flowers of Nepal . According to a legend,
a lama following a runaway yak discovered the valley, hence the name-
Lang(Tibetan name for YAK), Tang (more currently "Dhang" means
to follow). There are good opportunity for moderate climbing excursions
here, you should allow some extra days for explorations of the extensive
glacier system. The famous Jugal Himalayan ranges also lies in this region.
The ethnic people like Tamangs and Sherpa inhabiting in this area. A visit
to the Langtang valley offers an opportunity to explore villages to climb
small peak and to visit Glaciers at low elevation. Here is the famous
sacred place with beautiful Lake Gosaikund (4300m). Many Hindu and Bouddish
pilgrims visit the Lake during a full-moon festival in August.
The Langtang National Park is rich in Flora and Fauna so it is good destination
for Botanical research. The wild flowers like Sky-blue gentions, Primulas,
Epiphytic Orchids, etc found in these areas. The birds like Buzzards,
Hoopoe, Cuckooz, Barbets, Owls, Nightjars, Laughing thrushes' Red-billed
and Yellow billed Megapics, Capped sibias, Minivat parakeet are found
on these areas. The major trekking in this area are:
TAMANG
HERITAGE TREKKING |
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This is a superb introduction to trekking in Nepal among some of the most beautiful scenery in the whole country, with rich tamang culture. Many years ago Nepal, fought with Tibet for salt and some of the biggest areas where this was took place is in the Langtang Region of Nepal. |
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GOSAIKUNDA TREKKING |
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Budhanilkantha Rahu Gosainkunda Trek, This is a biodiversity new trekking route to Gosainkunda, which start from shivapuri National park the nearest National park from Kathmandu. This trail starts from kathmandu through the two natinal parks passes dozens of holy lakes including Eklekunda, Sagarkunda, Agnikunda etc. |
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GANJALA PASS TREKKING |
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Just north of Kathmandu are two lovely valleys where one may experience Tamang and Sherpa life, temperate forests and alpine pastures, glaciers, lakes and snowy peaks. Helambu valley, noted for its scenic grandeur and pleasant climate. One can stay in highland monastery villages and small settlements in pristine.. |
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HELAMBU TREKKING |
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Helambu trek covers the diverse range of brilliant green valleys, misty rhododendron forests, and distant horizons of snowy peaks and the vivid contrast of Hindu and Tibetan Buddhist cultures. The Helambu trek is the ideal short trek and this Helambu region remains relatively un-spoilt. |
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LANGTANG
VILLAGE TREKKING |
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The
Langtang valley trekking is great trek in Nepal. Langtang valley
treks also called “the valley of glaciers trek”. Mountain
View is excellent and surrounding spectacular views of mountains.On
either side of valley, mountains rise, soaring in to the sky.The
valley offers pain forest, slow moving rivers and swift mountain. |
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