Melamchi Ghyang (not to be confused with Melamchi City), is a small village in Langtang National Park along the Helambu Trekking Route. It’s known for its dense population of Yolmo (Hyolmo) people as well as its religious significance among Tibetan Buddhists. According to the Nepal Tourism Board, “Sermathang, Tarkeghyang, and Melamchi Ghyang are the largest […]
Nakote Ghyang, Nepal: Village Guide
Out of all the villages we visited in the Helambu region, Nakote Ghyang was by far my favorite. We arrived at an empty village but soon found everyone at the newly built monastery. A local man had passed away and we had stumbled into the funeral. Nepali hospitality never ceases to amaze me. We were […]
Tarkeghyang, Nepal: Village Guide
Tarkeghyang is a small village located along the Helambu Trekking Route in Nepal. According to the Nepal Tourism Board, “Sermathang, Tarkeghyang, and Melamchighyang are the largest and oldest cultural villages inhabited by the Hyolmo/Yolmo community, a culturally rich ethnic group in this (Langtang) conservation area.” This town also holds great religious significance for Tibetan Buddhists […]
Sermathang, Nepal: Village Guide
Sermathang is a large village located northeast of Kathmandu. It’s a great location for weekend visits as it takes less than 4 hours to drive from Kathmandu, and it offers gorgeous Himalayan views. Many people visit as part of the Helambu Trek which is a cultural trek offering a look into Tibetan Buddhism and the […]