New Myagdi-Mustang trekking route

The construction of a new trekking route has started for linking Narchyang of Myagdi with Kunjo VDC of neighbouring Mustang district.

The new route has been explored after the construction of BeniJomsom road eclipsed the old trekking route, said Tek Bahadur Pun, chairman of trekking route construction committee. Constaruction began with Rs. 500,000 financial assistance from Tourism Minister Sharat Singh Bhandari and locals' contributions, Pun said. He said the Narc h y a n g - Ko p c h e p a n i route has already come into operation and the remaining portion will be completed within next year. According to Pun, beautiful streams, flora and fauna, breathtaking natural sceneries and the rich culture of Magar community are hallmarks of this trekking route.