Tiji festival draws surge of tourists in Upper Mustang’s Lo Manthang
Summary
Upper Mustang’s Lo Manthang has experienced a surge of foreign tourists as the Tiji festival fills local hotels at full capacity, attracting visitors to observe the 600-year-old Tibetan Buddhist cultural event.
Key Points
- Upper Mustang’s Lo Manthang has seen a strong influx of foreign tourists during the Tiji festival.
- Hotels in Lo Manthang–5 have been operating at full capacity since the festival began.
- Around 350 foreign tourists attended the 600-year-old Tiji festival reflecting Tibetan Buddhist culture.
- The festival is celebrated with Buddhist rituals, prayers, and traditional dances by local residents.
