Mustang Sees Tourist Influx During Tihar Holidays
Summary
Tourist arrivals in Mustang have increased during the Tihar holidays, with domestic visitors outnumbering foreign tourists. Favorable weather and long government breaks are drawing crowds to Muktinath, Korala pass, and other attractions across the Himalayan district.
Key Points
- Tourist arrivals in Mustang have risen during the Tihar holiday period as weather conditions improved and long government breaks encouraged travel.
- Police data show 35,858 tourists entered Mustang from November 1 to 15, including 27,107 domestic and 8,751 foreign visitors.
- Muktinath temple remains the main destination, followed by places such as Korala pass, Lo Manthang Durbar, Jhong Cave, and Ghar Gumba.
- Tourism entrepreneurs say Mustang is becoming a preferred holiday destination for young domestic travelers during Tihar and Chhath.
