Annapurna trek is referred to the
different treks or trek routes that are present in the Annapurna region. These
treks are both of long and short durations and can be chosen on personal
choice. The Annapurna region is referred to Nepal’s North Western area and is
famous for having some of the most beautiful and popular trek routes.
The region’s trek routes start from
the lake city, Pokhara offering the famous treks of Annapurna base camp,
Annapurna circuit, Jomsom, Manang, Mustang and other treks around the Annapurna
mountains. Some of the famous short treks in the region include Ghandruk and
Sikles. Annapurna region in terms of area offers a contrast of some of the
driest, windiest and wettest parts in Nepal. Short descriptions of some of
these amazing hiking Annapurna areas are given below.
Annapurna Base Camp
This is one of the famous Nepal
Annapurna trekking route, comprising of the great western parts of the
Annapurna Himal. The high peaks of this area form a circle with a 10 miles
diameter disclosing a deep (glacier filled) amphitheatre in between. The
glacier basin in this area is also known as the Annapurna sanctuary. Further on the in the south, the deep, narrow
and wide gorges open up to a fertile valley. The Modi Khola area where most of
the gorges are, offer some other famous small trek routes.
Annapurna Circuit
The most famous of all trekking
routes in the region, this route requires about three weeks to be completed.
The uniqueness of this trek lies in its scenic beauty which has something new
to offer every passing day. The route encompasses within high Himalayas, Trans
Himalayan deserts plateaus, forested mountains and some very beautiful
landscapes.
The lower region of the Annapurna
circuit includes areas of Magar, Gurung, Brahmin and Thakali. As you move on
forward to the north, the Tibetan culture starts to become evident.
Annapurna Panorama Route
This Annapurna trek is a short and
colorful foray towards the region. On this route you will have to cross icy
waterfalls, mossy forests and patchwork valleys. On the way, to and fro you
will come across beautiful views of the high mountains, horizons of which will
be further revealed as the trail ascends.
This trek is basically located in
the foothills of the Annapurna, where trekkers also come across local villages
that are inhabited by the Gurungs and the Magars. Not only is the area rich is natural scenic
beauty but also offers a chance to cherish the abundant and colorful wildlife
that the region is enriched with.
Jomsom Muktinath
This is another famous Nepal
trekking Annapurna route at the North of Pokhara. Here the diversity of Nepal’s
culture is highlighted to its optimum
and the high mountains and deep valleys that encircle the great mountain
of Annapurna offers a wide variety of terrains and people, ranging from dry and
high landscapes to the subtropical jungle. 755 of Annapurna’s trekkers visit
this route every year.
Mustang
This route offers a trans Himalayan
Annapurna trek experience offering a touch o0f the region’s culture as well.
This route not only attracts trekkers but pilgrims as well, as the site is
considered to be holy by both the Hindus and the Buddhists. Being an upper rainy shadow area, the route
can also be visited in a rainy season.
Manang
The eastern Annapurna part from the
Marsyangdi river follows upstream to this trek route. The area inhabits seven
villages lined together, forming the trekking trail of the Annapurna circuit.
The area offers a taste similar to the Tibetan plateau, being a rocky terrain
dotted at intervals by turquoise lakes, one of which is the world’s highest,
the Lake Tilicho.
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