Manang, 10 Nov: Tourist activities in Manang, which had slowed down for a few days after the recent heavy snowfall, have now started returning to normal.
The Manang Tourist Check Post of the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) reported that over the past few days, more than 270 foreign tourists have been registering daily.
According to data received at the check post, 196 tourists registered on Kattik 20, 286 on Kattik 21, 297 on Kattik 22, and 268 on Kattik 23. These daily figures also indicate that tourism activities, which were temporarily halted due to snowfall, have returned to normal.
Dhak Bahadur Bhujel, head of the ACAP Area Conservation Office in Manang, informed that the foot trails were affected for a few days due to snow and cold, disrupting movement, but now that the weather has stabilized, the trails have started to reopen.
He said, “The arrival of tourists has increased again in an encouraging way. There were fewer tourists for a few days after the snowfall, but now the hustle and bustle has increased again like before.”
Furwa Lama, a hotel entrepreneur in Manang, said that most hotels are now fully booked again. Since Manang lies on the famous Annapurna Circuit trekking route, its tourism activities contribute significantly to the national tourism economy.
Due to its mountains, valleys, and local hospitality, this area has always been a favorite among foreign tourists. Bhupendrajung Gurung, a staff member at the Dharapani check post, said that although travel became difficult after the snowfall, the routes are now safe, and if travelers prepare according to the weather, there won’t be any problems.
ACAP has advised caution while traveling in high-altitude areas. It has recommended that travelers carry sufficient warm clothes and travel in groups.
Manang’s Himalayan environment, local hospitality, and snow-covered landscapes are once again attracting tourists. The revival of tourism activities after the snowfall has injected new enthusiasm into the local economy.
