Domestic tourist surge in Mustang
Summary
Mustang has experienced a surge in domestic tourists with over 184,000 Nepali visitors in the first half of the year, compensating for some decline in foreign arrivals due to safety concerns and protests.
Key Points
- In the first six months of the year, Mustang saw over 334,000 visitors with a majority being domestic tourists.
- The highest number of Nepali visitors was recorded from mid-September to mid-October.
- Foreign tourist arrivals declined slightly due to safety concerns related to protests, while domestic tourism increased.
- Improved road infrastructure has facilitated increased travel by two-wheelers in Mustang.
