Tsum Valley

 

 

Description

 

Located in the serrated and natural environment, at an altitude escalating from 1905 m to 5093 m, Tsum valley resides in the northern part of Gorkha with an area of 1663 sq. km. Popularly known as the 'hidden valley', the government has recently opened this trans-Himalayan pilgrimage valley for tourists. Literally segregating its meaning, the name Tsum comes from the Tibetan word ‘Tsombo’, which stand for vivid. Tsum valley, from prehistoric time, was a culturally distinct geographical area. It remained virgin and untouched from modernization for decades, adapting its aura with in the limitation of the locals who explored and settled in the abode. The valley is flourished with biodiversity of nature’s enigmatic species well maintained ecology, focusing from it high point to its lowest. Tsum valley homes wide varieties of medicinal plants where traditional herbal techniques are used to cure physical and psychological ailments. The trail to Tsum valley provides a spectacular panorama of surrounding peaks and there are many glacial lakes found here. When lucky, one can also see wild animals, like the elusive snow leopard, in their natural habitat. Looking at the social structure and language, the Tsum valley resides in the boarder of Tibet with a well-established language originated from Tibet materializing its own dialect. The locals of the valleys were originally a mix of a group of nomads and people who migrated from Tibet and spread Buddhism. So a long history of Buddhism is prominent in this region. According to a myth, a Buddhist saint believed to have meditated in the grotto of valley and it is also believed that the good waves for charitable are extended in this region. The locals are well acquainted with supernatural entities and the stories about them where the colourful flags, khata, Mani walls and the burning of juniper are integrated against such supernatural entities. The people of Tsum valley, theTsumbas, believe in the reincarnation where birth and death are considered just cyclic nature, not supreme. Holy men lamas and astrologers play a prominent role in the daily life where numerous festivals, several mask dances and rituals are celebrated throughout the year.

 

Highlights

• Experiencing the rich and interesting (partly Tibetan) culture of the Tsumba's
• Impressive nature and wildlife surrounding you during the journey
• A beautiful, rarely visited environment with outstanding mountain views

 

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