Manang is a high valley located north of the Annapurna range. It is accessible only by foot trails along Muktinath or along the Marsyandi river in Lamjung. The route to Manang involves the deepest gorge in the world and the Thorung-La pass.

Mustang is located beyond the Himalayan range in the Tibetan plateau. It is called the "Forbidden Land" due to difficult terrain and the harsh climate. The capital of Mustang is Lo Manthang located near the Tibetan border. It is a fortified city that houses the King's palace and monestaries.

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