During your trek to the Mustang Tiji festival, you will be able to participate in the activities, as well as enjoy the accommodations of the region. You will also be able to learn about the history of the Tiji festival in the region.
Located in the remote Mustang region of Nepal, the Tiji Festival has a long and colorful history. Tiji means "natural love". The festival commemorates the triumph of good over evil. It is a purification ritual, which is also a prayer for peace in the region. The main focus of the festival is the Vajrakila ritual, which dates back to the 17th century.
The ritual involves performing dances and meditations in the middle of mountain ranges. The main ceremony occurs at Chode Gompa. The monastery square is filled with activities, including prayers, food, and offerings to the gods.
The ritual includes a ritualistic nectar offering to the gods, which is accompanied by a whirl of white. The offerings are made on a wooden altar and are accompanied by six bowls of grain.
The festival is also celebrated by various kinds of dancing ceremonies. The dances are performed by monks wearing animal masks. The Tso Chham dance reenacts the harassment of a demon named Ma Tam Ru Ta.
During the Tiji festival, the Tibetan Buddhist people celebrate their culture in the Lo-Manthang region of Upper Mustang. The festival lasts for three days and is a celebration of the victory of good over evil. The festival also serves as a prayer for peace and prosperity in the Mustang region.
This festival is one of the most popular festivals in Nepal and the Upper Mustang region. It is celebrated with colorful ceremonies and ritual songs. The monks wear masks and perform dances during the festival.
The Tiji festival in the Upper Mustang region is celebrated every year in the third Tibetan month, which is in May. The festival is held in the former Mustang palace.
The festival celebrates the victory of Dorje Jono over the demon father. It is believed that Dorje Jono fought against the evil father and rescued the Mustang kingdom. The demon's father was the one who was causing problems, including droughts, hailstorms, and water shortages.
During the Mustang Tiji festival trek, you will experience a wide variety of cultural and religious activities. You will enjoy beautiful Himalayan views, deep ravines, traditional dances, and delicious food.
The Tiji festival is celebrated in the month of May in Lo Manthang, Upper Mustang. It is a three-day festival, where you will witness a series of rituals and dances. The Tiji festival is based on the mythological story of Dorje Jono, who beats his demon father and protects the kingdom of Mustang.
Tiji festival is an important religious festival for the people of the Upper Mustang. It is also a celebration of the triumph of good over evil. It is also a prayer for peace in the world. The legend says that Dorje Jono defeated his father Ma Tam Ru Ta, who caused famine, drought, and destruction to the kingdom.
On the third day of the Tiji festival, a ritual called Rha Chham is performed. This is believed to cleanse the village of its spirits. The monks make offerings of yak hair, butter, and bare grain. They also wear masks and perform elaborate dances.
Whether you are looking for adventure or to learn more about the culture of the locals, a Mustang Tiji festival trek is the perfect opportunity. This three-day festival celebrates the victory of good over evil. It is a religious ceremony that focuses on the myth of Lo Manthang.
The festival is celebrated in the Upper Mustang valley. The festival is held every third Tibetan month, in May. The three days of the festival are a religious ceremony that celebrates the victory of God over evil. The celebration is also a prayer for world peace.
The festival is held in Lo Manthang, the unofficial capital of the Mustang region. The event is celebrated with different types of dance ceremonies. The festival is also a religious pilgrimage. The festival is attended by the royal family of Mustang as well as locals.
This year's Tiji festival will be held on May 16-18, 2023. The Tiji festival will also be held in the isolated parts of the Mustang.
Today we drive to Pokhara, a seven-hour ride, or take a flight (optional at an additional charge). As we reach Pokhara late in the afternoon by driving, we get to stroll around the lake city.
An early morning flight from Pokhara takes us to the airstrip in Jomsom. From Jomsom, we head north to the village of Kagbeni where we camp overnight stay.
we walk about 6hrs from Kagbeni, which takes us to Chaile through a trail with many ups and downs and steep climbs.
Today, we trek to the ancient settlement of Gelling passing through painted Chhortens, Mani walls, and alpine meadows.
Today, an early morning start after breakfast takes us to the villages of Ghemi.
Today, we walked to Tsarang, past the old Royal palace and Tsarang Gompa before we stop in Tsarang.
Today, we walk towards Lo-Manthang village after a small high Marang La pass (4,230m). The medieval walled village of Lo Manthang is inhabited by around 1000 people. The village is popular for its high mud walls, Gompas, and the Royal Palace. Lo Manthang also serves as the capital of the Kingdom of Mustang & Observes the First day of the Tiji Festival.
We visit some of the historical monasteries of Lomanthang Thubchen Jampa etc and explore the festival and see the Mask dance.
Early morning visit Chosar Monasteries and old caves and visit the festival during the day time.
From Lo-Manthang we walk across the village of Tsarang to reach Ghar Gompa, a 12th-century monastery. We make an overnight camp nearby the monastery.
Today we are to the medieval village of Ghemi which sits high at 3500m and looks quite barren and deserted.
From Ghemi we follow the same route up to Nyi La (4,025m) ridge and then descend to the village of Samar.
The trail first descends until we reach the village of Chele. Then it climbs gently to Tangbe trek and then to Kagbeni (2,810m).
Jomsom is a three-hour hike from Kagbeni and drives about 1 hour. The town of Jomsom boasts of an airport, the ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project). we catch the direct flight from Jomsom to Pokhara and overnight stay in Pokhara's own arrangement hotel stay.
Note: The above holiday itinerary can be customized to our guest-specific requirements and can make shorter and longer. We design your holidays accordingly.
Water: Mineral waters are available at all stops during tea house treks (paying your own). You can also use tap water if you choose to use water purification tablets.
Medical support: An emergency first aid kit is carried by the support staff at all times.
Food on tea house trek: During tea house treks our guests pay for their own food (breakfast/lunch/dinner) at the lodge. It can be about USD $25 each day per person. You can choose your own meal as a menu for every tea house.
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