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Culture & people
The Sherpa, Gurung and Thakali communities, monasteries and festivals that give the Himalaya its soul.
Culture & people
Trekking during the Dashain and Tihar festivals
Dashain and Tihar fall in October or November, in peak trekking season. Expect busy transport, closed offices and warm village celebrations.
Sita Sherpa · 1 min read
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Photography spots in the Annapurna region
A practical guide to photography spots on treks in the Annapurna region, from the guides who walk it every season.
Maya Thapa · 1 min read
Culture & people
Winter trekking in the Langtang region
A practical guide to winter trekking on treks in the Langtang region, from the guides who walk it every season.
Priya Shah · 1 min read
Culture & people
Rest-day walks in the Everest region
Sita Sherpa · 1 min read
Culture & people
Fitness training in the Mustang region
A practical guide to fitness training on treks in the Mustang region, from the guides who walk it every season.
Arjun Gurung · 1 min read
Culture & people
Wildlife in the Manaslu region
A practical guide to wildlife on treks in the Manaslu region, from the guides who walk it every season.
Tom Reeves · 1 min read
Culture & people
Trail food in the Mustang region
A practical guide to trail food on treks in the Mustang region, from the guides who walk it every season.
Arjun Gurung · 1 min read
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