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Langtang Region is spectacular views of the
Himalayas with a vast number of exciting ethnic encounters. Altitudes
of 4620m are reached, and a reasonable level of physical fitness
and health is necessary to comfortably
complete this trek. The highlights of this trek are numerous however
the main areas of interest are the rhododendron and bamboo forests,
majestic waterfalls flowing over mammoth boulders, a chance to bathe
in soothing hot springs and magnificent views of the snow covered
white giant Langtang Lirung (7200m) Syabrubesi, an interesting village
on the banks of the Bhote Kosi, is the starting point of the trek.
The trail gains elevation as you make your way along the Langtang
Khola, first through forests of oak and rhododendron and then bamboo
forests on the higher reaches of the trail. Traveling through Langtang
(3450m), you will reach the Langtang valley and the friendly Sherpa
village of Kyanjing Gompa (3800m). Tantalizing glimpses of Langtang
Lirung (7200m) appear through the trees along the way. In Kyanjing
Gompa, you will experience the spiritual lifestyle of dedicated
Buddhist monks who perform their rituals in a beautiful Monastery
dating back to circa 1300 A.D. There will also be the opportunity
of visiting a traditional cheese factory, where the produce is manufactured
by hand. A short hike will also be taken to a magnificent glacial
moraine (4300m), which can be climbed depending on the time factor
and offers more spectacular views of Langtang Lirung and the foot
of one of its major glaciers. Once in Chadan Bari (2800m), having
traveled through Lama Hotel, you can relish magnificent views of
the towering snow-covered Ganesh Himal (7600m) and Langtang -II
(7227m) peaks. If lucky you might be able to spot the shy Red Panda
that inhabits the Langtang region. Moving on to Gosainkund, watch
the sun rise over a multitude of glistening Lakes of this sacred
pilgrimage site. It is believed that Lord Shiva created the holy
lake with his trident. You will also trek through some beautiful
rice terraces and a number of splendid Buddhist monasteries around
the delightful villages of Tarke Gyang and Sermathang (2621m), before
heading back to Kathmandu. |