Kagbeni

Mustang

About Kagbeni

Mud-walled medieval village at the gateway of Upper Mustang, where the Kali Gandaki braids through desert — ancient Kag Chode monastery and Hindu shraddha rites at the river.

Getting there

Jeep or walk from Jomsom (~2–3 h walk).

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Plan trip

Route-stop and itinerary details for Kagbeni are still being verified by the NepalBuddy team and will appear here once confirmed.

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