- Location: Nepal, Helambu, 45007
- Phone: +997 10 54 02 19
- Website: tourism.gov.np
- Email: tourismnp@gmail.com
On the territory of Nepal lies the ancient national park Langtang. Occupying a huge area in the highlands of the Himalayas and bordering on Tibet, Langtang is very popular with tourists. Particular attention is attracted to the high mountain lake Gosikunda , considered sacred - only the most hardy can reach it.
Few facts
Located on an area of more than 1700 square kilometers. at an altitude of 6,450 meters above sea level, Langtang Park is not divorced from civilization. This mountain region inhabits 4,500 people (tamangi), engaged in cattle breeding, farming and providing tourist services. The climate has a smooth transition from subtropical to alpine and quite comfortable for tourists.
What's interesting in Langtang Park?
Climbers-professionals here you will meet rarely because of "frivolous" heights, because you can join the nature in proud solitude. At the same time, the highest peak is Langtang - Lirung (7246 m).
Traveling to Langtang is a free-style track. There is no need to carry heavy ammunition, tents and provisions - all of these trekkers are provided with logs at every step - lodges for living with a minimum of amenities and meals. For unprepared tourists, it is possible to hire a porter-guide and travel light, armed only with a camera.
In addition to the beauty of nature, in the park Langtang you can do cycling, rafting , kayaking on high-mountain lakes. Lovers of ancient architecture and religion are awaited by ancient and dilapidated temples and monasteries, in which stretches an endless string of pilgrims.
Plant and animal life of the Langtang Valley
As you move up into the mountains, you can meet a black Himalayan bear, a wild dog, a musk deer, a rhesus monkey and a red panda that is listed as an endangered species in the guarded Red Book.
Growing in the subtropical part of the Langtang Nature Park (the area below 1000 m) are age-old oaks, blue spruce and pine, maple and ash. The undergrowth of bright rhododendrons can be seen in all its glory in May - when buds bloom on the bush. Where the alpine climate enters the right, vegetation changes, becomes poorer and less frequent, and then disappears altogether, giving way to snow-covered areas.
How to get to Langtang Park?
It is most convenient to get to this mountainous area by car or bus from Kathmandu , heading north-east along the highway, through the town of Dhunche and the settlement of Syabru-Besi. It is the starting point before the ascent. Further it is necessary to go on foot along pack tracks along the beautiful river Tzizuli, rising higher and higher along the gorge. Traveling to Langtang does not require special training, but stamina, strong health and faith in one's own strength are required. Do not forget about the entrance fees to the park - it is about $ 30.