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Inside Upper Mustang’s Centuries-Old Festival Where Horses, Royal Heritage and Himalayan Traditions Come Alive

Upper Mustang’s historic Yartung Festival filled Lo Manthang with horse racing, traditional processions, cultural performances and religious ceremonies from August 17–19, with Jigme Sigme Parawal Bista joining the opening celebrations. The centuries-old festival marks the seasonal transition after the rains while communities pray for a good harvest, a peaceful winter and the continuation of Mustang’s distinctive Himalayan traditions.

Aug 19
Mustang’s Ancient Horse Festival Returns