In April, we set off on a journey to one of Nepal’s most secluded corners — the remote Tsum Valley, bordering Tibet. This valley only opened to foreign visitors in 2008, and few tourists make it here even today, which allowed its unique Buddhist culture to remain beautifully untouched. The locals live peaceful rural lives, unaffected by modern tourism.
Our days were filled with trekking through pristine mountain landscapes, staying in family homes, visiting ancient monasteries, and joining traditional Buddhist ceremonies. We were welcomed everywhere with warm smiles, delicious homemade food, and endless cups of tea. Snowy Himalayan peaks surrounded us throughout the journey, their beauty both humbling and inspiring.
The highlight of the trek was reaching Mu Gompa Monastery — the spiritual heart of the Tsum Valley — nestled high among the majestic peaks of the Ganesh Himal range.
After days in the mountains, we traveled to Pokhara, where we spent a few restful days by the turquoise waters of Lake Phewa, reflecting on the incredible journey we had just completed.