Tourists return to Myagdi after Beni-Jomsom road repairs
Summary
Tourist arrivals in Myagdi have begun to recover after repairs to the Beni-Jomsom road made travel to Mustang and popular trekking destinations easier. Hotel operators say domestic and foreign visitors are returning to places like Ghodepani, Poon Hill and Tatopani during the Dashain-Tihar travel season.
Key Points
- Tourist arrivals in Myagdi have started rising again after weather improved and the Beni-Jomsom road was repaired.
- Road blockages caused by flooding and landslides had sharply reduced visitors to destinations such as Ghodepani, Poon Hill, Tatopani and Annapurna Base Camp.
- Local tourism operators expect domestic trekkers to help businesses recover during the Dashain and Tihar holidays.
- The Beni-Jomsom-Korala Road Project says repair work is ongoing to keep transport smooth during the peak season.
