NEPAL Mustang Tiji Festival Trek

I invite you to join me and other JOURNEYS travelers on a hike to the fabled, long forbidden Kingdom of Mustang, a land filled with fantastic scenery, friendly people, and ancient monasteries. Along our trek, we will visit small villages that dot the ancient trade route between Tibet and Nepal, and which reflect the deep Buddhist culture and traditions of the region. The trek itself will be stunning, as we will be hiking through semi-desert terrain with deep ravines and rock outcroppings and over mountain passes, creating a truly impressive backdrop for our journey.

The highlight of our experience in Mustang, however, will be the time spent at the Tiji Festival in Lo Manthang. This three-day ritual, known as "The Chasing of the Demons" is based upon an ancient Tiji myth. You will witness over 1,000 men, women, and children, participating in an elaborate and colorful re-enactment of the myth - a spectacular sight! The myth tells of a deity named Dorje Jon, who must battle against his demon father to save the Kingdom of Mustang from destruction. The demon father wreaked havoc on Mustang by causing a shortage of water (a highly precious resource in this very dry land), which resulted in many disasters from famine to animal loss. Dorje Jono eventually beats the demon and banishes him from the land. The Tiji Festival is a celebration and reaffirmation of this myth and throughout our time here, you will be able to immerse yourself in the delightful sights, sounds, and rituals of the celebrations.

Call me to reserve your space on this one time experience!

Sincerely, Pat Ballard