The Langtang region lies in
the north of Katmandu has a
multitude of trekking
destinations. The major
areas are Lang tang,
Gosainkund and Helambu,
which can be combined in
many different ways to make
treks lasting from seven to
16 days. The trails are
challenging with long, steep
climbs and descents, often
through deep forests or
across glacial mountain
views and interesting
villages with
well-established lodges.
One of the nearest trekking
destinations from Katmandu
lies an unparalleled
combination of natural
beauty and cultural riches
of Lang tang, Rasuwa. Linked
by roads, this region offers
a life unfolding and unique
experience.
Previously a restricted area
near the Tibetan border, the
unexplored regions of the
Lang tang National Park has
recently been developed into
the Tamang Heritage Trail.
The people in this place are
mostly of Tamang and Tibetan
origin, whose culture goes
back to hundreds of years.
The craftsmanship, dress,
traditionally built stone
houses and the beautifully
carved wooden porches
reflect the solitude and the
serenity of the Himalayan
scenery.
Lang tang has over 70
glaciers of varying sizes;
the Lang tang and Ganesh
Himal mountain ranges and
high altitude lades
including Gosaikunda,
parvatikunda, Bhairavkunda,
Dudhkunda etc. this region
also comprises rich Tamang
art and culture at Gutlang
and Goljung, ancient
Buddhist monasteries such as
kyangin and Sing gumpa,
Tatopani (natural hot
springs) and the historic
fort of Rasuwagadi in the
china-Nepal border.
