Tsum valley Trek is the trek to the hidden valley of Happiness. This trek is an off the beaten trek in Nepal. Tsum valley is a small valley located in the Masanlu region. To be more precise, in between Singri himalaya range and Ganesh himal. This valley does not exist in the eyes of the world. However, this is the most beautiful landscape you will ever see in the world.
Tsum valley trek takes you to this very land. The land of prayer flags, mani walls and buddhist culture. This terrain of this valley is unlike any other trekking destination in Nepal. High himalayas and tall brown hills surround this valley from all end. The views may not be one of the best but the feeling surely is. Tsum valley trek is unique because of its cultural aspect combined with the natural.
Tsum valley is a restricted area and requires a special permit to make an entrance. The special permit is a result of its eco system which is difficult to maintain. In contrast it avoids the huge mass of trekkers and keeps the trail quiet. Tsum valley was open for trekking only in the year of 2003.
Talking about Tsum valley, people of Tsum are called Tsumbas. Tsumbas are very welcoming and very religious people who are in traditional agriculture. Tourism is neither a major source of economy nor a concept yet for the people living here. As a result there are no lodges or teahouses but only homestay. However, homestay is a great way to explore the culture and tradition of locals. One beautiful element of Tsum valley is the community gatherings. People gather every day or several times in a day in common venue to discuss daily agendas or problems. Furthermore, the mass meetings take every single decision for individuals and the village.
Last but not the least, Tsum also has many temples and buddhist monasteries. Talking about culture, this valley has close and ancient ties with Tibet. Hence, their culture, festivals and religion exudes Tibetan influence in every way.
Tsum valley trek is an off the beaten trek in Neapl. This is one of the very few treks in Nepal which is short as well as not commercialized. It showcases true Himalayan culture of unique indigenous community.
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